LEAN for Micro Workshop - How to make your business more efficient?

Duration: 2 X Half Day Sessions

Date:        24th & 25th February 2021.

Time:       9.00am - 1.00pm each day

Cost:       Free 

Description:

This excellent course provides an introduction to the philosophy and core tools of Lean. It is suitable for anyone who is considering, or who has recently commenced a business improvement initiative. It can be viewed as a primer to a Lean transformation and for Senior Leadership, as an overview as to the philosophy and tools.

On this one-day Micro Lean course, participants will learn about Lean principles and the practical application of the core methods and tools used 90% of the time. Delegates may choose to go on to complete the Yellow or Green Belt courses afterwards.

Audience:

Suitable for all levels - from Frontline staff as a primer to a Lean transformation and for Senior Leadership as an overview as to the philosophy and tools.

Progression:

LEAN for Micro is a programme which aims to support businesses who wish to apply the LEAN principles to specific areas of your business. You can find out more about that here. This workshop is the starting point in being able to apply for the programme and direct consultancy support. 

Objectives:

• At the end of the training course participants will have:
• An overall understanding of the core concepts, tools, and principles of Lean.
• An overall understanding of the Deming philosophy, the DMAIC methodology and the tools and techniques used in transforming your business.
• An understanding of the similarities, differences, and practical applications of both Business process improvement (BPI) and Lean approaches in multiple industry domains ranging from administrative services, financial, hospital, government, FMCG and manufacturing sectors.
• Some initial criteria and guidelines for selecting, reviewing, and evaluating Lean projects.
• A fundamental understanding of how these management philosophies can be applied to deliver an effective continuous improvement program to increase customer value and reduce waste and variation in any business.

If you have any questions in relation to the workshop or the LEAN for Micro Programme email Eve - Anne at eveanne.mccarron@leo.donegalcoco.ie