Lean Thinking Training

Lean Principles for Operational Improvement
Develop a practical understanding of Lean to analyze operational flows, identify waste and inefficiencies, and improve process performance.
1
Day
or
7.5
Hours

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In-Company
Small group sessions (maximum 12 participants)
Interactive learning approach with exercises, case studies, and serious games
Complete training kit included (manuals and materials)
Official LSSx.0 reference book included
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Target Audience

This training is designed for professionals involved in operational improvement across manufacturing and service environments.
It is particularly relevant for
Project managers and consultants in organization, quality, or continuous improvement
Logistics and supply chain managers
Production and operations managers
Quality managers and quality professionals
Any professional involved in Lean or operational excellence initiatives
No specific prerequisites required.

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

01
Understand the principles of Lean management and continuous improvement
02
Evaluate production capacity, delays, and resource losses within a process
03
Map operational processes based on real observations of how work is performed
04
Identify bottlenecks, waste, and imbalances affecting performance
05
Understand how Lean methods help organizations improve flow, responsiveness, and efficiency
These skills enable participants to better analyze operational systems and support improvement initiatives within their organization.
The training introduces the main concepts and tools used to analyze and improve operational flows.
Lean management principles and historical background
DMAIC and Kaizen improvement approaches
Process capacity: cycle time and takt time
Work-in-progress, inventory, waiting times, and Little’s Law
Value Stream Mapping (VSM)
Rhythm diagrams and flow analysis
Value-added analysis and waste elimination
Process Cycle Efficiency
Theory of Constraints and line balancing
Continuous flow principles
Maximum acceptable work-in-progress (WIPmax)
These concepts help participants understand how Lean tools can be applied to improve operational performance and flow efficiency.

Learning Experience

Experiential and Inductive Pedagogy

Kaizen-based role-playing simulation (cross-functional business process: order reception, production, invoicing, shipping)
DMAIC case study guiding participants throughout the training

Interactive Learning Environment

Small groups (maximum 12 participants)
Active participation, collaboration, and peer learning

Tools & Materials

Training materials available in PDF and printed formats
Reference book :
LSSx.0 – 1. Flow Problems and Lean Management