Certified Lean Management: The Basics and Beyond

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04 Jun

Certified Lean Management: The Basics and Beyond

Certified Lean Management: The Basics and Beyond

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 (12:00 AM) to Sunday, May 31, 2026 (11:59 PM)
2.5 PDCs
Provider: Quality Gurus Inc
Course Name: Certified Lean Management: The Basics and Beyond

Speaker: Sandeep Kumar
Program Type: Videoconferences, webcasts, audiocasts, podcasts, eBooks, self-directed E-Learning
Registration URL: https://www.qualitygurus.com/link/lean/

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By the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand Lean Management Principles: Define what Lean Management is and what it is not. Recognize the benefits of implementing Lean Management in various industries. Differentiate Between Value-Added and Non-Value-Added Activities: Identify activities that add value versus those that do not. Apply this understanding to streamline processes and enhance efficiency. Identify and Eliminate Wastes: Understand the eight types of waste (Transportation, Inventory, Motion, Waiting, Overprocessing, Overproduction, Defects, Underutilized Skills) in both manufacturing and non-manufacturing environments. Develop strategies to avoid and eliminate these wastes using Lean techniques. Apply the ACES Approach: Improve existing processes by applying the ACES approach (Automate, Consolidate, Eliminate, or Simplify). Implement practical steps to enhance process efficiency and effectiveness. Understand Key Lean Concepts: Differentiate between Muda (waste), Mura (unevenness), and Muri (overburden). Apply strategies to minimize these inefficiencies in processes. Use Lean Tools and Techniques: Draw and interpret flow charts and value stream maps to understand and analyze processes. Utilize Lean tools to identify areas for improvement and implement effective changes. Improve Management and Leadership Skills: Develop strategies to improve management and leadership skills within a Lean framework. Lead teams effectively by applying Lean principles and techniques. Enhance Process Understanding: Apply Lean principles to non-manufacturing processes to improve quality and efficiency. Understand quality from the customer's perspective and avoid non-value-added steps. Conduct a Waste Walk: Use provided templates to perform waste walks and identify areas of waste in processes. Implement changes based on findings to improve overall process performance. Apply Knowledge Through Case Studies: Consolidate learning by applying Lean principles and techniques to practical case studies. Develop hands-on experience in implementing Lean Management in real-world scenarios. Participants will leave the course with a comprehensive understanding of Lean Management principles and practical skills to implement Lean techniques in their work environment, leading to improved processes, reduced waste, and enhanced value to customers.

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Welcome to "Certified Lean Management: The Basics and Beyond," a comprehensive course designed to equip you with the essential principles and advanced techniques of Lean Management. Originally developed for the manufacturing sector, Lean Management is now widely applicable across various industries, including non-manufacturing environments. This course offers a practical approach to improving processes, reducing waste, and delivering value to customers. What You'll Learn: Simplified and Practical Process Improvement: Learn how to enhance non-manufacturing processes with a straightforward, practical approach. Value-Added vs. Non-Value-Added Activities: Understand the difference and focus on activities that add value. Eight Types of Wastes: Identify and eliminate the eight types of waste (TIM WOODS) in both manufacturing and non-manufacturing settings. ACES Approach: Improve existing processes using the ACES approach (Automate, Consolidate, Eliminate, or Simplify). Course Structure: This course is structured to provide a deep understanding of Lean principles and their application to various sectors. It includes video lectures, readings, practical examples, and a case study to consolidate your learning. Detailed Topics Covered: Section 1: Introduction to Lean Management What Lean Is and Is Not: Gain a clear understanding of Lean Management and its benefits. Lean vs. Six Sigma: Learn the differences in process improvement approaches using Lean and Six Sigma. Section 2: Lean Principles and Practices Five Basic Lean Principles: Understand the core principles of Lean and how to apply them to non-manufacturing processes. Customer Perspective: Focus on quality from the customer's viewpoint and eliminate non-value-added steps. Section 3: Identifying and Eliminating Waste Types of Waste: Understand the eight types of waste (Transportation, Inventory, Motion, Waiting, Overprocessing, Overproduction, Defects, Underutilized Skills). Muda, Mura, Muri: Learn the differences between these three types of inefficiencies and strategies to avoid them. Section 4: Process Mapping and Improvement Flow Charts and Value Stream Mapping: Learn to draw flow charts and value stream maps to understand and analyze processes. ACES Approach: Apply the ACES approach to streamline and improve processes. Section 5: Management and Leadership Skills Improving Leadership: Develop strategies to enhance your management and leadership skills within a Lean framework. Case Study: Apply your learning in a practical case study to consolidate your understanding of Lean principles. Practical Implementation: Templates and Tools: Use provided templates for waste walks and swim lane flow charts to implement Lean principles in your work area. Hands-On Learning: Engage with practical exercises and real-world examples to apply Lean techniques effectively. Who This Course Is For: Project Managers Process Improvement Professionals Non-Manufacturing Sector Employees Anyone looking to improve their management and leadership skills Enroll Now: Join us in this comprehensive journey to master Lean Management principles and techniques. Learn to eliminate waste, improve processes, and deliver greater value to your customers. Enroll now and take the first step towards becoming a certified Lean Management expert!