LEAN PRINCIPLES

Now more than ever organizations are faced with doing more with fewer resources in order to be more competitive. While many organizations have implemented lean manufacturing techniques in their manufacturing operations, most have not applied these same principles to administrative, service, engineering, accounting, human resources, purchasing and other support functions.

We advocate a holistic approach to lean implementation that starts with the manufacturing area and encompasses all support functions to ensure a completely lean organization. Our approach focuses on:

• Improving workflow
• Reducing waste
• Optimizing resource allocation
• Establishing a value stream
• Standardizing operations
• Providing a framework for decision-making

In addition to consulting services, we offer training programs to provide you with an understanding of Lean principles, concepts and tools that will help you reduce inefficiencies and remove waste from your operations. Learning will occur through lecture, discussion and group activities.

Topics include:

• Why is “Lean” so “Hot”?
• Lean Philosophy and Mindset
• Lean Methods and Tools
• Value Stream
• Eight Types of Waste
• Workplace Organization (5-S Strategy)
• Standardization
• Visual Controls
• Kaizen and Problem Solving
• Lean Thinking