• Group logo of Key Japanese Leaders that Influenced the Toyota Production System
    active 5 months, 2 weeks 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 5 months, 2 weeks 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 5 months, 3 weeks 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 5 months, 3 weeks 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 Introduction to Time and Motion Study
    active 5 months, 3 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 5 months, 4 weeks 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 5 months, 4 weeks 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 5 months, 4 weeks 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 5 months, 4 weeks 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 5 months, 4 weeks 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 5 months, 4 weeks 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 6 months 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 6 months 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 6 months 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 An Introduction to A3 Problem Solving
    active 6 months ago

    A3 is a highly effective, but often misused Lean technique to streamline your problem solving process.

    Private Group / 344 members
  • Group logo of Line Flow in a Lean Layout
    active 7 months ago

    When establishing the best possible flow for a layout, there are a number of considerations that must be taken into account.

    Private Group / 106 members
  • Group logo of Utilizing Personnel in a Lean Layout
    active 7 months ago

    There are many topics involved in the most appropriate utilization of personnel in a Lean Layout.

    Private Group / 88 members
  • Group logo of Designing Equipment Layout
    active 7 months ago

    In this course, the main focus will be on how to establish an efficient layout based on proper utilization of flow and equipment placement.

    Private Group / 123 members
  • Group logo of Introduction to Lean Layout
    active 7 months, 1 week ago

    It’s important to first understand the basic elements that comprise a Lean Layout. This includes concepts such as Just-in-Time, the minimization of…

    Private Group / 319 members
  • Group logo of Using Time and Motion Study for Process Improvement
    active 7 months, 1 week ago

    Time and Motion Study is not just about recording and evaluating performance. In order for this data to be of value, it must be used to make processes…

    Private Group / 122 members