Hands-on Lean Simulation   

1 or 1-1/2 days (workshop)

Highly interactive, hands-on simulations are being used by many organizations to introduce core principles related to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement. A live simulation will demonstrate the impact of implementing many Lean techniques. This workshop can be  tailored to simulate the dynamics of any factory.  We will introduce your organization to a variety of tools (depending on your needs) such as:  quality at the source, point of use storage, kanban/pull, cellular flow, lean accounting, and many others. 

Course Description:
This workshop combines classroom discussion and live simulation with interactive processes that actually create a product to demonstrate the value of Lean Manufacturing techniques. In this hands-on workshop, we present an introduction to Lean Conversion concepts, methods, and tools while simulating a factory to put these concepts to work for you. Participants will also learn the 8 types of waste and how to eliminate them through the Lean “Building Blocks”. We will discuss and implement various tools such as workplace organization (5S), quick changeover, total productive maintenance, visual workplace, cellular design, and poka-yoke. This workshop will help you understand Lean conversion principles and the benefits of Lean.

Upon completion of the session, participants walk away with a clear understanding of the “Lean Journey” -- its concepts and philosophies (i.e., analyzing and improving the flow of information and materials in a manufacturing environment).


Learning Objectives: 

In this workshop participants will learn how to: