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Lean Thinking: A Strategy for Operational Excellence

Why Attend

Lean is about organizational transformational towards operational excellence. If your organization strategy addresses operational and organizational excellence, this course will be of great value to you. In this course, you will discover how to develop Lean Strategy, objectives and explore the world of Lean tools. Further, it will discuss how to embark on a Lean journey in your organization.

Course Methodology

This course will engage participants in various simple and complex Lean exercises. The course will challenge participants through the use of Lean tools such as Value stream mapping, 5S and case studies. Lectures, group discussions, and presentations will be used to achieve the learning objectives.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand lean concepts and importance for organizations.
  • Identify typical process waste in organizations and the importance of removing such waste on the organization’s profits, competitive edge, and customer satisfaction.
  • Recognize how lean concepts can directly address the elimination/reduction of operating costs, cycle time, and non-value-added activities.
  • Apply lean implementation methodologies.
  • Develop an effective lean implementation plan

Target Audience

All professionals who are involved in hands-on initiatives focusing on operations excellence and improving speed, as well as those who are responsible for linking, measuring and improving the performance of the organization.

Target Competencies

  • Lean Mindset
  • Value Stream Mapping
  • Six Sigma
  • Results orientation
  • Change

Location:

South Africa

Training Dates:

Each course starts every Monday of each week. Please book your training on a date that is a Monday.

Course Duration:

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Course Fees

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2.2. Cancellations made 15 to 29 days before the workshop date will be eligible for a 50% refund of the total payment.

2.3. Cancellations made less than 14 days before the workshop date will not be eligible for a refund.

2.4. Participants who fail to attend the workshop without prior notice will not be eligible for a refund.

3. Rescheduling

3.1. If a participant wishes to reschedule, a request must be submitted at least 14 days in advance, subject to availability.

3.2. A rescheduling fee may apply.

4. Workshop Cancellation by the Organizer

4.1. AATICD reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the workshop due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to low enrolment, trainer unavailability, or force majeure events.

4.2. In the event of cancellation by AATICD, participants will be offered a full refund or the option to attend a rescheduled session.

4.3. AATICD is not responsible for any additional costs incurred by participants, such as travel or accommodation expenses.

5. Refund Processing

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6. Contact Information

For any questions regarding payments and refunds, please contact us at:

Email: apply@aaticd.co.za

Phone: +27 73 016 5042

By registering for the workshop, participants agree to abide by these terms and conditions.

In-House Trainings are also available for 3 or more delegates for any duration. Please consult with our Administration for such In-House training bookings.


Course Outline

  • Introduction to Lean Principles
    • Aligning Strategy with Lean Principles
    • Core Concepts
    • The History of Lean
    • The Benefits of Lean
    • Quality Function Deployment (QFD)
  • Components of Lean
    • Five Lean Principles
    • Building Blocks of Lean
    • The 8 Types of Waste – Waste Elimination Strategy
    • Value Stream Mapping (VSM)
    • 5 S program: Sort, Straighten, Sweep, System, Sustain
    • Quick Changeover
    • Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED)
    • Standard Work
    • Single Piece Flow
    • Cell Layout
    • Total Productive Maintenance
    • Point of Use Storage (POUS)
    • Visual Organization
    • Spaghetti Diagrams
    • Poka Yoke
  •  Lean and Six Sigma: A One-Two Punch
    • Six Sigma at a Glance
    • Key Definitions
    • Understanding Process Capability
    • Sources of Variation
    • The DMAIC Process
    • Traditional Cost of Poor Quality
    • Comparison of Lean to Six Sigma-Approach
  • Lean Measurement
    • What is a Key Performance Indicator (KPI)?
    • Developing your Lean KPI
    • Output Versus Outcome KPIs
    • Obstacles to Measurement
    • Relationship with other Models Tools
  • Lean Implementation Road Map
    • Implementation Road-Map
    • Key Factors for Success
    • The Lean Leadership Paradigm
    • Building Your Lean Implementation Plan
    • Barriers to Lean

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