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Continuous Improvement at CDOT
Welcome! CDOT employees are the heartbeat of our state’s transportation system. Whether paving roads, managing projects, or supporting our offices, their work is what moves our state forward. We know that sometimes the "way we’ve always done it" feels slow or frustrating. The Office of Process Improvement is here to help change that. We are committed to making our agency the most efficient in the country by focusing on staff ideas. On this page staff can explore resources, request a brainstorming session, or share an observed "bottleneck" or process pain point. Let’s build a better way to work, together.
Resources and Services Offered:
Innovation and Improvement
Fuel your ideas: We don't just fix processes; we partner with staff to make the daily tasks easier, faster, and more rewarding. In a world where technology and budgets are constantly shifting, innovation is our best tool to stay ahead and keep our state moving safely. Employees might be wondering, "What’s in it for me?" (WIIFM). The answer is simple: by finding smarter ways to work, you reduce daily frustrations, save time, and gain more control over your day to day activities. To support staff, we offer specialized training to sharpen improvement skills, easy-to-use tools for problem-solving, and a catalog where we collect and share successful ideas so our employees hard work can be replicated across the entire agency.
Have a pain point (problem) and want to see if someone already came up with a solution?
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Fixed something and want to be recognized (or have your idea replicated for others to benefit)?
Want to see this year's innovation categories and learn about the judging criteria?
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Interested in seeing prior year's innovation challenge winners and the award ceremony?
Want to learn more about the Lean Everyday Ideas (LEI) program?
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Interested in seeing the latest innovation submissions in the last quarter?
Business Project and Change Management
Navigating growth: For larger shifts that impact multiple teams, our Business Projects and Change Management section provides the heavy-duty support business improvement project leaders need to succeed. We know that big changes can be daunting, so we offer hands-on assistance to guide projects from a simple idea to a finished reality. Our team helps build awareness across the agency so everyone understands the "why" behind the move, and we provide expert coaching to secure strong sponsorship from leadership. If a project involves new technology, we will even walk project leaders through the IT Pitch process to ensure the technical needs are met. We are here to manage the complex details so they can focus on delivering a better transportation system for our community. See the full Concept to Project (C2P) process here.
Interested in learning more about Concept to Project (C2P) and the goals of the program?
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Want to see what types of services are available?
Looking for statuses of the big business improvement projects impacting the agency?
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Curious to view the latest projects that started or closed?
Have a concept, suggestion, or pain point that you need assistance with?
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Need project or change management help?
Strategy Support Services
Mapping the future: Success starts with a clear destination. Our Strategy Support Services can help divisions or teams step back from the daily grind to focus on the big picture. We partner with teams for strategic visioning to define where they want to be in the future and assist with performance planning to set clear, reachable targets. By identifying specific strategies for improvement, we bridge the gap between the current workload and long-term operational goals. Think of us as the agency's GPS: we help plot the most efficient route, measure progress along the way, and adjust the course to ensure the goals are met.
To get assistance with developing team improvement plans or to get more information contact Gary.Vansuch@state.co.us
Professional Training & Certification
Build your skills: Ready to take your expertise to the next level? Our Training Page is your gateway to mastering the art of efficiency and leadership. We offer structured courses in process improvement, including Green Belt and Black Belt certifications, where you will learn how to use data to solve complex problems and lead high-impact projects. Because change affects everyone differently, we also provide specialized Change Management classes tailored to your specific role—whether you are an executive sponsoring a move, a manager leading a team through a transition, or a frontline staff member adapting to new workflows. Investing in these skills doesn't just help the agency; it builds your professional resume and gives you the confidence to lead in an ever-changing workplace.
Tools and Templates
Your toolbox for success: You don't need to reinvent the wheel to start making improvements. Our Tools and Templates page provides a one-stop shop for easy-to-use resources designed for both process improvement and change management. From Lean worksheets that help you spot waste to ADKAR communication templates that keep your team informed, these ready-made files take the guesswork out of your projects. Whether you are mapping out a new workflow or planning a team meeting about an upcoming shift, these tools are built to save you time and ensure your solutions are professional, organized, and effective. Download what you need and start transforming your ideas into action today. If you need assistance utilizing any of the tools, please reach out to the Office of Process Improvement.
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