Ex L1 - Overview of the Lean Organisation

Overview

Implementation of a lean strategy can result in dramatic improvements in productivity, lead time reduction and customer satisfaction. This ONE DAY course provides an overview of the main principles of a lean transformation and how it fits within an overall business strategy. The course introduces key tools to reduce waste and improve value and work flow.

Key Session Topics

• Lean thinking and strategic deployment
• Introduction to Value/Non-Value and waste identification
• Workplace organisation and 5S
• Value stream mapping
  • Mapping the current state
  • Developing the lean future state
• Quick Change Over
• OEE & Total Productive Maintenance
• Introduction to flow
  • Standard work,
  • Operator balance and
  • Lean layout
• Kanban and pull systems
• The Lean & Six Sigma Partnership
  

Benefits You will gain:

• An understanding of the benefits of lean and how it can transform your business
• Understanding of key principles of lean, tools and techniques
• How it all fits together
• Answer to the question: Will Lean fit my organisation?

Who Should Attend

• Anyone who wants an overview of Lean manufacturing
• Management considering lean deployment
• Production operators, team leaders and engineers

Course Techniques

This course uses a series of lectures, examples, case studies and exercises. Group discussions will also be encouraged to reflect on the benefits of lean for their organisation and suitability of fit.

Follow-Up

Value Stream Mapping and Creating Continuous Flow. Consultation can also be provided on developing a lean deployment plan