The course is part of a range of different “lean” training offerings, “taster” a day to focus on a specific aspect/tool of the LEAN methodology.
In this module, Kaizen as an improvement methodology is presented, starting with definitions (Kaizen Promotion Office, Kaizen Event, Kaizen Flag), and then moving on to Road Map and process management. Examples of Team composition, Case Histories, context analysis tools are brought in to choose the most suitable methodology, keeping in mind the emphasis on process and learning, typical of the Lean world, before (strictly) on the operational outcome. Improvements come from projects: Lean Project Management structures them with criteria and tools for visibility, measurement, sequencing.
In this course we therefore focus on improvement management, from philosophy, to organizational structure, to individual project.
Target audience
Anyone interested in Lean methodology with a minimum knowledge base of basic tools.
Methodology
Illustration and discussion.
Duration
In-person 1-day course or webinar mode.
Goals
- Understanding the meaning of Terminology
- Learn about Kaizen Flag and different types of Kaizen Event
- Focus on tools and frames suitable for different contexts
- Understanding the context of improvement
- Framing the techniques of Lean PM
- Set up application to projects
- Sharing cases and experiences.
Program
- The origin and significance
- The organizational aspects
- Kaizen Flag and figures involved in different sectors
- The RoadMap of the Kaizen Event.
- Lean PM
- Prioritization
- Roles and Responsibilities
- The importance of knowledge capitalization
- Examples and classroom discussion.
