LEAN Management Training and Certification in Auckland, New Zealand

This LEAN Management training program provides participants with the knowledge and tools to apply LEAN principles to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance value creation within organizations. The course will cover the key concepts, practices, and tools of LEAN Management, including process mapping, continuous improvement, and waste elimination. Participants will leave with a strong understanding of how to implement LEAN techniques to streamline operations, optimize resources, and create more value for customers.

Introduction to LEAN Management and Principles

Introduction to LEAN Management:

History and development of LEAN.

The core principles of LEAN: Value, Value Stream, Flow, Pull, Perfection.

The importance of eliminating waste (Muda) in business processes.

The 5 Principles of LEAN:

Value: Defining customer value.

Value Stream: Mapping and analyzing the value stream.

Flow: Creating smooth and continuous workflows.

Pull: Implementing a pull system to reduce inventory and overproduction.

Perfection: The journey towards continuous improvement.

Identifying Waste in Processes:

The 7 types of waste: Defects, Overproduction, Waiting, Non-utilized talent, Transportation, Inventory, Motion, and Extra Processing.

Techniques for waste identification in the workplace.

Hands-on Exercises

LEAN Tools, Techniques, and Implementation

LEAN Tools and Techniques:

5S (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain): Organizing and maintaining workspaces for efficiency.

Kaizen (Continuous Improvement): Fostering small, incremental improvements.

Kanban: Visualizing work to manage flow and optimize production.

Root Cause Analysis (5 Whys): Identifying and addressing the root causes of problems.

PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act): A structured approach to continuous improvement.

Implementing LEAN in Your Organization:

Developing a LEAN transformation strategy.

Engaging stakeholders and employees in LEAN initiatives.

Overcoming challenges in implementing LEAN practices.

Case Study and Real-World Applications:

LEAN implementation in manufacturing, service, and office environments.

Examining case studies of successful LEAN transformations.

Hands-on Exercises