Overview:

This training is intended as a comprehensive introduction to the basics of Lean management. The essential contents and principles of Lean are explained, as well as the actual application—in the field of producing, as well as in the administrative field. This is possible because it is about the mindset for "Lean" thinking as well as some tools that are suitable for production and the office. In addition to theory, practical examples and transfer tasks also help to ensure that the course knowledge acquired is ready to apply.

Target Audience:

1. All employees who are involved in Lean processes and who (will) help shape them. Both in production and in administration.

2. In addition, this training is intended for managers who want to implement Lean and familiarize themselves with the basics or refresh basic knowledge and close gaps.

Learning Objectives

1. Getting to know the characteristics of Lean management and it’s advantages

2. Knowing the seven types of waste, being able to identify and avoid them in the future

3. Achieving improvements in production and administration with the help of Lean techniques Value-stream mapping, 5S and problem-solving

4. Producing faster and more efficiently with the tools OEE, SMED and Poka Yoke

5. Internalizing and applying the PDCA cycle