• Group logo of The Lean Committee
    active 1 month, 2 weeks ago

    In order to have a successful new Lean program you need to create a Lean Committee to create the organizational structure to support ongoing implementation.

    Private Group / 638 members
  • Group logo of Overview of Value Stream Mapping (VSM)
    active 4 months ago

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

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  • Group logo of Lean Fundamentals
    active 6 months, 3 weeks ago

    The Lean Fundamentals course provides an overview of basic Lean Manufacturing principles and what you need to get started.

    Private Group / 1,044 members
  • Group logo of Kaizen Event Charter and Tracking
    active 7 months 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 / 181 members
  • Group logo of Tools and Techniques of Hoshin Kanri
    active 9 months, 2 weeks ago

    Key to implementing Hoshin Kanri is understanding how to use the tools and techniques that are vital to an effective Hoshin plan.

    Private Group / 196 members
  • Group logo of Introduction to Hoshin Kanri
    active 9 months, 2 weeks ago

    Hoshin Kanri, or Policy Deployment, is a far-reaching approach used to connect the objectives of people at all levels of the organization to common goals.

    Private Group / 230 members
  • Group logo of Advanced Kanban
    active 10 months ago

    There are several recurring problems that organizations can face when implementing a Kanban system.

    Private Group / 124 members
  • Group logo of Introduction to Kanban
    active 11 months, 2 weeks 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 Calculations for Time and Motion Study
    active 11 months, 4 weeks ago

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

    Private Group / 140 members
  • Group logo of 4 Weeks Prior to Kaizen Event
    active 11 months, 4 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 12 months 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 12 months 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 1 year 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 Value Stream Mapping Forms
    active 1 year 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 1 year 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…

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  • Group logo of Examples of A3′s Used in Work Environments
    active 1 year 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 An Introduction to A3 Problem Solving
    active 1 year ago

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

    Private Group / 344 members
  • Group logo of Equipment Flow
    active 1 year, 1 month ago

    When designing a layout, it is important to consider how equipment layout encourages and enables flow.

    Private Group / 172 members
  • Group logo of Line Flow in a Lean Layout
    active 1 year, 1 month 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 Introduction to Lean Layout
    active 1 year, 1 month 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