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The training sessions will help Lean Thinkers launch and sustain lean transformations in
manufacturing and nonmanufacturing processes.
Cambridge, Mass., April 8, 2010 -- The nonprofit Lean Enterprise Institute will run workshops
June 22-24, 2010, in Indianapolis on how to implement and sustain lean management methods in
manufacturing, service, and office processes.
The sessions, which will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, address
how to apply basic and more advanced lean concepts. The schedule of lean management
workshops is:
Tues., June 22
Key Concepts of Lean - Understanding the Toyota Production System (2 days)
Individuals and teams will gain a better understanding of the components and underlying
philosophy of lean, based on the Toyota Production System (TPS), and how the elements and
philosophy work together to create a Lean Enterprise.
Wed., June 23
Change Agent Skills for Lean Implementation Leaders (2 days)
Learn how the plan-do-check-act (PDCA) cycle serves as the basis for an effective change
management process for implementing an integrated lean operating system. You'll discover
techniques for proposing lean initiatives and building commitment by using influence,
negotiation, teaching, and the A3 report (or storyboard) as a way to present a logical business
case for lean changes.
Thurs., June 24
Lean Problem Solving (1 day)
Harness the DNA of successful, sustainable lean implementations by learning to apply the plan-
do-check-act (PDCA) problem solving method. PDCA problem solving can solve the vast
majority of your problems. It also teaches clear thinking, reinforces lean concepts, and engages
team members at all levels. You will also learn how to link problem solving to core management
systems to create a learning culture.
One-day workshops are $800. Two-day workshops are $1,600. Price includes tuition, all training
materials, breakfast, lunch, and snacks each day. Discounts are available for taking multiple
classes or sending multiple persons.
What is Lean?
http://www.lean.org/WhatsLean/
The terms lean manufacturing, lean production, or lean management refer to a complete
business system for organizing and managing product development, operations, suppliers,
customer relations, and the overall enterprise that requires less capital, material, space, time, and
human effort to produce products and services with fewer defects to precise customer desires,
compared with traditional modern management.