Overview of Lean (with Lego simulation) - 4  hrs 

The scope of this 4 hour workshop is to  educate/train employees in a short concentrated manner a number of the Basics of Lean Principles.   This training will help those participating to see how continuous improvement can be applied through the utilization of Lean concepts throughout the company. 

Topics to be covered include
  • Lean Definitions (Lead time, Cycle time, Value Added vs non value added)
  • The 8 Wastes
  • Selected Tools from the House of Lean (i.e. 5S, Standard Work, Visual Control, POUS, Pull, Kanban.) The workshop can be modified to  include tools that you feel are important for your industry and operation
  • 2 rounds of Hands-on simulation (Legos)
  • An example of how to value stream a process and how to begin attacking real problems

This workshop is designed to accommodate 10 attendees