• Group logo of Introduction to Kanban
    active 2 days, 5 hours ago

    Discover the basics of a Kanban System including the definition of Kanban, benefits of the system, and various options for physical Kanban control points.

    Private Group / 382 members
  • Group logo of Introduction to the 5S Concept
    active 2 days, 5 hours ago

    This course provides an overview of 5S, what 5S stands for, and why using 5S is essential to your Lean Journey.

    Private Group / 1,408 members
  • Group logo of Overview of Value Stream Mapping (VSM)
    active 1 week ago

    This course provides a comprehensive look at how VSM can help you streamline your operations. It will give you the foundational understanding…

    Private Group / 807 members
  • Group logo of Calculations for Time and Motion Study
    active 1 week, 3 days ago

    One of the most important factors of Time and Motion Study is recording and interpreting data.

    Private Group / 140 members
  • Group logo of Key Japanese Leaders that Influenced the Toyota Production System
    active 1 week, 3 days ago

    Discover the history and motivations behind the brilliant minds that developed Lean as we know it today, and what sparked the groundbreaking Toyota…

    Private Group / 103 members
  • Group logo of Value of the Kaizen Workshop
    active 1 week, 4 days ago

    Learn how a Kaizen Workshop can boost morale and encourage employee engagement throughout your organization.

    Private Group / 176 members
  • Group logo of 4 Weeks Prior to Kaizen Event
    active 1 week, 5 days ago

    As the Lean Plan and Committee have settled on the kaizen events for the year, prior to each event a series of meetings and preparations must occur to ensure the success of the kaizen event.

    Private Group / 95 members
  • Group logo of Creating a Foundation for Time and Motion Study
    active 1 week, 5 days ago

    Before taking on any process improvement effort, it is important to know what you will need and what to expect.

    Private Group / 154 members
  • Group logo of Kaizen Event Charter and Tracking
    active 1 week, 5 days ago

    Documentation is a vital component of any kaizen event. The kaizen event charter will help you plan, evaluate, and follow through with improvement activity.

    Private Group / 180 members
  • Group logo of Introduction to Time and Motion Study
    active 2 weeks ago

    Time and Motion Study is one of the most fundamental and long-standing Lean methodologies.

    Private Group / 235 members
  • Group logo of Developing a Well-Rounded SMED System
    active 2 weeks, 6 days ago

    This course outlines the rules for creating quick changeovers, providing you with guidelines and reminders when you are implementing SMED within…

    Private Group / 99 members
  • Group logo of Useful SMED Techniques to Achieve Quick Changeovers
    active 2 weeks, 6 days ago

    In order to achieve quick and effective changeovers you need to have a firm grasp on identifying, grouping, and eliminating wasteful setup tasks.

    Private Group / 224 members
  • Group logo of Exploring Internal and External Setup Tasks
    active 2 weeks, 6 days ago

    Before you can improve your setup times, you must understand the differences between internal and external setup tasks.

    Private Group / 209 members
  • Group logo of Utilizing SMED Forms for the Best Advantage
    active 2 weeks, 6 days ago

    The difference between mediocre results and amazing results when implementing a new system is often the effectiveness of the tools that are used.

    Private Group / 95 members
  • Group logo of How to: Elements of VSM
    active 2 weeks, 6 days ago

    In this course on the elements of Value Stream Mapping, learn how to use and implement various tools and techniques to improve your workspace.

    Private Group / 114 members
  • Group logo of Value Stream Mapping Forms
    active 2 weeks, 6 days ago

    In this course on Value Stream Mapping Forms you will learn the various ways in which you can measure, define, and document your processes and…

    Private Group / 196 members
  • Group logo of How to Effectively Manage A3s Within Your Organization
    active 3 weeks ago

    An A3 is much more than simply a problem solving tool. Utilize A3 to its full potential by understanding how it can be used to…

    Private Group / 136 members
  • Group logo of Examples of A3′s Used in Work Environments
    active 3 weeks ago

    In order to gain insight into how a tool or principle works, it is best to have a good example.

    Private Group / 159 members
  • Group logo of Filling out the Sections of an A3
    active 3 weeks, 3 days ago

    People who have a comprehensive understanding of what each section of an A3 accomplishes make the most effective A3s.

    Private Group / 176 members
  • Group logo of Overview of the Single Minute Exchange of Die System (SMED)
    active 3 weeks, 3 days ago

    The Single Minute Exchange of Die (SMED) System allows you to streamline your changeover operations in order to gain more productive uptime and…

    Private Group / 461 members