Mr. Mahesh Hegde is a distinguished figure in quality management with 23 years of experience, including 20 years in training and consulting. Since 2010, he has been providing training and consulting services through his company. His career is marked by significant contributions to the industry, making him a well-recognized name.
Training and Educational Background:
Mr. Hegde trained under renowned TQM experts, Prof. Hitoshi Kume and Mr. N. Ramanathan, and received specialized training in "Production System" from the Renault-Nissan Institute -France. Between 2004 and 2006, Mahesh Hegde, a certified lead auditor and trainer from RAB-USA, successfully helped 15 companies secure ISO/TS16949 certification. These foundations have enabled him to lead numerous organizational transformation initiatives, emphasizing Total Quality Management (TQM).
He led the Post Graduate Diploma in Quality Management (PGDQM) program at the Mahindra Institute of Quality in Nashik from 2006 to 2010.He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Sir M. Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology (Sir MVIT) in Bangalore.
He has been training Sigma Black Belts for more than a decade and has successfully guided numerous projects to completion.
Specializing in TQM, Lean, and Six Sigma, Mr. Hegde excels in implementing world-class FMEA, best-in-class SOPs, DOE, Human Error Prevention, Daily Management and the usage of hundreds of statistical, business, and lean tools as part of structured problem-solving. His practical approach has driven significant improvements in various organizations. He has developed numerous unique methods and tools to enhance organizational and cultural transformation.
Research and Publications:
Mr. Hegde has presented papers at international conferences such as the International Conference on Quality in Tokyo, Asian Network for Quality, Alucast, NIQR, QCI, & ISQ.
Project and Training Experience:
He has facilitated over 2500 problem-solving projects, many receiving national awards. He has helped organizations implement best-in-class practices to achieve zero defects. In training, Mr. Hegde has impacted over 15,000 individuals, including senior management, in India and overseas. His sessions are known for their depth, practicality, and effectiveness.
Not-for-Profit Contributions:
Mr. Hegde actively contributes to the Indian Society for Quality (ISQ), reflecting his dedication to advancing quality management practices. He is been past president of ISQ Pune Chapter and contributed with various programs for the benefit of industry and academia on pro-bono basis.
Mr. Mahesh Hegde is an inspiring speaker, trainer, counsellor in quality and operational excellence. His extensive experience and dedication to excellence make him a sought-after expert in industry. His contributions have transformed organizations and set new benchmarks in quality and organizational excellence