This module is the beginning of approaching the Lean method to understand what it is and what it is not, how it has evolved from codification and diffusion in the Western world to the present day, and to “learn to see” the waste inherent in all processes. It can also be a time for reflection in a path already taken, to re-discuss the basic assumptions, human and methodological aspects that promote or hinder the achievement of results. Examples from different organizations are brought in, with case histories and flashes of possible tools to address waste, keeping the focus on implementing Lean as a journey, and the consequent need to continue and extend “waste hunting” as much as possible.
Target audience
Anyone interested in Lean methodology, of any level of knowledge/skill.
Methodology
Illustration and discussion, exercises.
Duration
In-person 1-day course or webinar mode.
Goals
- Sharing the origins of the method
- Outline what Lean Thinking is and what it is not, with literature references
- Illustrate the principles of Lean
- Discuss the spillover of the application of the principles
- Understanding what is meant by waste and the Lean philosophy of improvement
- Sharing examples and experiences
- Focus on the importance of “learning to see” extended as much as possible
- Define how to set up a robust continuous detection system.
Program
- History of Lean
- Human and methodological framework
- The 5 principles with exercises and examples
- Improvement in LEAN
- The 7 wastes and the various declinations
- Exercise
- The enemies of waste
- Classroom discussion and experience sharing.
