This introduction to Growing Lean workshop will take place online on the mornings of Wednesday 20 and Wednesday 27 October, 9:30 - 13:00, and is suitable for anyone who is considering or preparing to implement Lean techniques in their company.

Who is it for?

Small business owners and managers looking for ways to improve:

• profits
• customer service
• employee engagement

Over the course of the workshop, participants will learn:

• How Streamlining Material Flow improves customer service, streamlines operations and significantly reduces work-in-progress
• Visual Management techniques that quickly identify variances from required standards and encourage employee self-management
• Key Performance Indicators that drive operational performance improvement
• Using Value Adding & 7 Wastes analysis to significantly reduce costs and increase profit
• Why Workplace Organisation (5S) techniques ensure safety, efficiency and best use of space
• How Plan-Do-Check-Act learning cycles ensure sustained improvement