Course description
Lean Awareness
This Lean Awareness training course will explain how, by focussing on customer value, delegates can get to grips with the fundamentals behind this widely accepted and proven business improvement philosophy. It is a two day course, designed to cover the essentials.
Lean Awareness is a must take course, for anyone interested in continuous business improvement and the difference it can make.
Therefore, this course is ideal for people with no previous or limited experience of Lean/Continuous Improvement or those who would like a refresher on the basic principles of lean and how these can be applied in the workplace.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
Who's it for?
Employees at All Levels:
All employees, regardless of their position or department, can benefit from a basic lean awareness course. It helps create a common understanding and language related to lean principles and methodologies.
Stakeholders looking implement Lean Six Sigma:
Our lean and six sigma programmes are ideal for any stakeholder that is considering the implementation of continuous improvement into their processes and perhaps are looking to roll out training to the wider teams. There’s no better way of understanding the benefit and suitability of a programme than experiencing it first hand.
Managers and Supervisors:
Managers and supervisors are often responsible for overseeing processes and teams. Understanding lean principles can help them identify opportunities for process improvement and lead lean initiatives within their respective areas.
Operations and Production Staff:
Employees directly involved in production, manufacturing, or day-to-day operations can benefit greatly from a Lean awareness course. It can enhance their understanding of process efficiency and waste reduction.
Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement Teams:
Teams involved in quality control, continuous improvement, or process optimisation can deepen their knowledge of lean through an awareness course, enabling them to implement Lean principles effectively.
Project Managers and Team Leads:
Individuals responsible for managing projects can incorporate lean methodologies into their project planning and execution. A basic lean awareness course provides them with a foundational understanding to integrate Lean principles into project management.
Supply Chain and Logistics Professionals:
Professionals working in supply chain management and logistics can benefit from a Lean awareness course to optimise the flow of materials, reduce lead times, and improve overall efficiency in the supply chain.
Providing a basic Lean awareness course to a diverse group of employees ensures that the principles and benefits of Lean are widely understood and can be applied throughout the organisation for continuous improvement and efficiency.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
Programme Outcomes
Below are some of the benefits and learning outcomes. Delegates will;
- Be confident and able to explain the concept of lean to others
- Understand the considerable potential that lean can have on their day to day role and your organisation
- Be able to carry out an analysis of where the top line lean potential exists in your organisation
- Look at waste in a totally different way opening up new opportunities for innovation
- Start to challenge non value added activity and participate in wider improvement discussions
- Be more willing to accept change, understanding the context behind root cause problems
- Obtain a CQM Lean Awareness certificate which you can be added to a delegate's professional profile
Training Course Content
Course Content
In our Lean Awareness training course delegates will cover a broad range of topics as our expert development coaches will provide the key knowledge and understanding of basic lean principles. The key modules of the Lean Awareness course cover (not exhaustive);
- Introduction
- Problem Solving Techniques
- Quality Improvement PDCA and DMAIC Models
- 5 Lean Principles
- 8 Wastes
- Customer Value, Value Add, Value Enabling and Non-Value Add
- Essential Lean Tools and Techniques
- 5S & Visual Management Systems
Undertaking this course will form a solid foundation to progress onto the Lean Six Sigma White and/or Yellow belt training.
Course delivery details
Lean Awareness Delivery
There are two types of training delivery method we provide for our Lean Awareness Course; Live Online (Instructor Led) & Tailored Training.
Live Online Lean Awareness
Our One Day Live Online Instructor Led training allows delegates to access training wherever they are in the world. The training is conducted virtually, with an expert delivery coach who brings the training to life. Being virtual can be less intrusive and more flexible for learners, but still with the same benefits of interactivity, peer learning and insights and networking opportunities.
This is most suitable for individuals or small groups of learners from a particular organisation.
Tailored Lean Awareness
Our tailored training can adopt virtual, in person or a blended approach allowing it to remain flexible, however it benefits most by being able to be tailored and relevant to a particular organisation and its needs. It also allows for greater in-depth discussions and explorations of certain topics that are meaningful to the organisation.
This is usually delivered as a two day programme to allow for greater exploration of certain topics relevant to organisational requirements. This is ideal for larger groups (usually six or more) of learners from a particular organisation, whether on the same site or across multiple different sites.
Why choose CQM Training and Consultancy Ltd
Developed more than 7,000 learners
Supported more than 800 organisations
Delivered £19.5m in cost savings
Expenses
Live online only: 149 GBP + VAT
Continuing Studies
Lean Six Sigma White or Yellow Belt
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CQM Training and Consultancy Ltd
SME Training Provider of the Year 2023 - OAL Awards. CQM Training & Consultancy has been delivering world class, business focused solutions for more than 30 years. Our core expertise is in Continuous Improvement, Lean Six Sigma, and Leadership Development,...