Learn the methods to document the current processes utilizing process maps. Spaghetti diagrams and standard operations charts. An in depth look at the behavior of processes is the first step in identifying waste. Learn the seven wastes in your process and examine methods to eliminate or reduce them. Discuss how methods of waste elimination are related to other Lean tools and how these can be incorporated into everyday standard work. (Daily Kaizen)

Typical Length

Depending on the scope, this workshop can be completed in ten days. The workshop will consist of approximately six hours of classroom study mixed with ten hours of hands-on application. Process analysis & waste reduction is commonly taught in conjunction with kaizen events.

What will you learn?

• Defining value from the customer view point.

• Methods to document the current state of the process.

• Definitions and examples of the seven wastes.

• Methods to analyze your processes for waste reduction opportunities.

• How process analysis & waste reduction relate to other Lean methods.

• How to integrate waste reduction efforts into daily kaizen.