Understanding and Implementing Lean Tools and Techniques
Program Description
If your company is under increasing pressure to reduce costs and improve delivery, then consider the benefits of Lean Tools and Techniques - an integrated business approach to driving out non-value added activities from the customer delivery cycle in your operations. Lean is a tried and tested methodology that helps companies respond swiftly and profitably to changes in customer demands.
In just one day you will learn how the implementation of Lean Tools and Techniques helps companies become more competitive. You will gain a hands-on appreciation of how high levels of work in process (WIP) and bottlenecks prevent flexibility and reduce speed. You'll also discover why a multi-functional approach is critical to successful implementation of Lean Tools and Techniques in your operation.
Simply said, Lean is the best way to systematically approach reducing cycle time across your company. Find out how your organization can benefit!
What You Will Learn
- About Key Concepts of Lean Tools and Techniques
- How to Control WIP (Work in Process) Bottlenecks
- How to Lead a Change Initiative
- How to Create a Multifunctional Coalition
- How the Manufacturing Flow Process Helps a Business to Compete
- About Visual Organization
- How to Fine Tune and Monitor Your Cell
- The Functional Changes Required to Create a Balanced Production Line
- How to Identify and Reduce Non-Value Added Work
- How to Use Kanbans
- The Necessary Role of Time Fences in the Manufacturing Flow Process
- The Essential Requirement of Cross-Trained Employees
- How to Implement and Manage the Manufacturing Flow Process
Who Should Attend
Vice presidents, directors, managers and supervisors of manufacturing, engineering, quality, materials, sales and accounting.
Fees
$695
.7 CEU's Awarded
Prices are subject to change.
