Effective Use of Screening Experiments - Some Practical Experiences | Fireside Chat with Ron Snee

Thought Leader: Ronald D. Snee, PhD is Founder of Snee Associates, LLC, and a globally recognized expert in designed experiments and data-driven process improvement. With over six decades of experience, including 24 years at DuPont, he has led major improvement initiatives across industries such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, manufacturing, and healthcare. He is a Fellow and Honorary Member of ASQ, Fellow of ASA and AAAS, and a recipient of numerous professional awards. _ Topic Overview: In this Fireside Chat at Arizona State University, Dr. Snee shares practical insights on the effective use of screening experiments as a cornerstone of successful experimental strategy. Drawing on real-world experiences accumulated over more than sixty years, he explains why screening experiments work, when to use them, and how they accelerate learning while conserving time and resources. The discussion explores key concepts such as applying the Pareto principle to experimentation, the robustness of screening designs to common assumptions, and how thoughtful early experimentation sets the stage for deeper optimization. Through case studies, practical tips, common traps, and clear guidelines, Dr. Snee presents a holistic approach to experimentation—helping scientists and engineers get the right data, in the right amount, at the right time.