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Mastering Lean Principles; Eliminating the 7 Wastes for Operational Excellence

Mastering Lean Principles; Eliminating the 7 Wastes for Operational Excellence

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What does the Lean Principles course cover?

Lean Principles is covered here in 8 modules: Introduction to Lean Principles: Lean Principles and Tools, Understanding the 7 Wastes, Understanding the 7 Wastes: Prioritizing Waste Elimination Efforts, Value Stream Mapping (VSM): Creating a Future State Map, Creating a Current State Map and 5 more.

How do you approach Lean Principles step by step?

The work is sequenced in 8 stages. It starts with Introduction to Lean Principles: Lean Principles and Tools, Understanding the 7 Wastes, moves through Understanding the 7 Wastes: Prioritizing Waste Elimination Efforts and Value Stream Mapping (VSM): Creating a Future State Map, Creating a Current State Map, and ends at Sustaining Lean Principles and Continuous Improvement: Monitoring and Evaluating Progress.

What is in Module 1 of the Lean Principles course?

Module 1 is Introduction to Lean Principles: Lean Principles and Tools, Understanding the 7 Wastes. It works through Defining Lean and its History, Understanding the 7 Wastes, Benefits of Implementing Lean Principles and 2 more. It sets the vocabulary the remaining 7 modules build on.

How is the Lean Principles course delivered?

The Lean Principles course is fully self-paced with immediate online access after enrolment. Access does not expire and future updates are included at no cost. It can be taken on any device, and a certificate of completion is issued by The Art of Service when you finish.

How much does the Lean Principles course cost?

The Lean Principles course is $199 as a one time payment. There is no subscription, no per seat licence and no hidden fee. Enrolment carries a 30 day satisfied or refunded guarantee, so it can be assessed in full before you commit.

Closely related courses: Eliminating Waste in Lean Practices in Operations, Waste Elimination in Introduction to Operational, Waste Elimination and Leadership Commitment, Lean Seven Wastes Elimination Checklist.

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Mastering Lean Principles: Eliminating the 7 Wastes for Operational Excellence

This comprehensive course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement Lean principles and eliminate the 7 Wastes in their organization, leading to Operational Excellence. Upon completion, participants will receive a Certificate issued by The Art of Service.



Course Overview

This interactive and engaging course is structured into 8 modules, covering a total of 80 topics. The curriculum is designed to be comprehensive, practical, and applicable to real-world scenarios. Participants will have lifetime access to the course materials and will be able to track their progress.



Course Outline

Module 1. Introduction to Lean Principles: Lean Principles and Tools, Understanding the 7 Wastes

  • Defining Lean and its History
  • Understanding the 7 Wastes
  • Benefits of Implementing Lean Principles
  • Lean Principles and Tools
  • Case Studies: Successful Lean Implementations

Module 2. Understanding the 7 Wastes: Prioritizing Waste Elimination Efforts

  • Defining the 7 Wastes: Transportation, Inventory, Motion, Waiting, Overproduction, Overprocessing, Defects
  • Identifying the 7 Wastes in Your Organization
  • Analyzing the Impact of the 7 Wastes on Operational Efficiency
  • Prioritizing Waste Elimination Efforts
  • Hands-on Exercise: Identifying Wastes in Your Organization

Module 3. Value Stream Mapping (VSM): Creating a Future State Map, Creating a Current State Map

  • Introduction to Value Stream Mapping
  • Creating a Current State Map
  • Identifying Opportunities for Improvement
  • Creating a Future State Map
  • Implementing Changes and Monitoring Progress
  • Case Study: VSM in a Manufacturing Environment

Module 4. Eliminating Transportation Waste: Understanding Transportation Waste

  • Understanding Transportation Waste
  • Identifying Opportunities to Reduce Transportation Waste
  • Implementing Changes to Reduce Transportation Waste
  • Using Tools such as Layout Optimization and Supply Chain Redesign
  • Hands-on Exercise: Reducing Transportation Waste

Module 5. Eliminating Inventory Waste: Understanding Inventory Waste

  • Understanding Inventory Waste
  • Identifying Opportunities to Reduce Inventory Waste
  • Implementing Changes to Reduce Inventory Waste
  • Using Tools such as Just-in-Time (JIT) and Economic Order Quantity (EOQ)
  • Case Study: Reducing Inventory Waste in a Retail Environment

Module 6. Eliminating Motion Waste: Understanding Motion Waste, Hands-on Exercise: Reducing Motion Waste

  • Understanding Motion Waste
  • Identifying Opportunities to Reduce Motion Waste
  • Implementing Changes to Reduce Motion Waste
  • Using Tools such as Ergonomic Analysis and Motion Study
  • Hands-on Exercise: Reducing Motion Waste

Module 7: Eliminating Waiting, Overproduction, Overprocessing, and Defects Wastes

  • Understanding Waiting, Overproduction, Overprocessing, and Defects Wastes
  • Identifying Opportunities to Reduce these Wastes
  • Implementing Changes to Reduce these Wastes
  • Using Tools such as Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action
  • Case Study: Reducing Multiple Wastes in a Service Environment

Module 8. Sustaining Lean Principles and Continuous Improvement: Monitoring and Evaluating Progress

  • Sustaining Lean Principles and Continuous Improvement
  • Creating a Culture of Continuous Improvement
  • Using Tools such as Kaizen and PDCA
  • Monitoring and Evaluating Progress
  • Hands-on Exercise: Creating a Continuous Improvement Plan


Course Features

  • Interactive and Engaging: The course is designed to be interactive, with hands-on exercises, case studies, and group discussions.
  • Comprehensive and Practical: The curriculum is comprehensive and practical, with a focus on real-world applications.
  • Personalized Learning: Participants can learn at their own pace and track their progress.
  • Up-to-date Content: The course materials are up-to-date and relevant to current industry trends.
  • Expert Instructors: The course is taught by experienced instructors with expertise in Lean principles.
  • Certification: Participants receive a Certificate upon completion, issued by The Art of Service.
  • Flexible Learning: The course is designed to be flexible, with lifetime access to course materials.
  • User-friendly and Mobile-accessible: The course is user-friendly and accessible on mobile devices.
  • Community-driven: Participants can connect with others through discussion forums and group discussions.
  • Actionable Insights: The course provides actionable insights and practical advice.
  • Hands-on Projects: Participants will work on hands-on projects to apply their knowledge.
  • Bite-sized Lessons: The course is structured into bite-sized lessons for easier learning.
  • Gamification: The course incorporates gamification elements to enhance engagement.
  • Progress Tracking: Participants can track their progress and earn badges.
Join this comprehensive course to master Lean principles and eliminate the 7 Wastes in your organization. Upon completion, receive a Certificate issued by The Art of Service to demonstrate your expertise.

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