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Introduction to LEAN

INL100

$200

This introductory course provides participants with a practical overview of Lean principles and their application in manufacturing, service, distribution, and office environments.

Lean is a systematic approach to improving processes by identifying customer value, eliminating waste, increasing efficiency, and creating a culture of continuous improvement.

The course is based on the foundational concepts of the Toyota Production System, including Value, Value Stream, Flow, Pull, and Perfection. Participants will learn how to recognize value-added and non-value-added activities, identify the eight wastes that impact productivity, and use basic Lean tools to improve workflow and process performance.

Topics include:

Value Stream Mapping

Problem Identification

Root Cause Analysis

Workplace Organization (5S/6S)

Visual Management

Standardized work

Pull Systems

Kaizen continuous improvement methods.

Participants will also explore how employee engagement and customer-focused thinking contribute to sustainable operational excellence.

Through interactive discussions, examples, and hands-on activities, learners will gain the knowledge and confidence to participate in Lean improvement initiatives, support process improvement efforts within their organization, and begin applying Lean concepts in their daily work.

Target Audience:

Frontline employees

Supervisors

Team leads

Technicians

Office personnel

…and anyone interested in learning Lean process improvement fundamentals.

Price excludes tax

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April 6, 2027

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