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 Duration 14 hours

Course Outline

Introduction to Kaizen

  • The Kaizen philosophy and mindset
  • Continuous improvement versus reactive problem-solving
  • The interplay between Kaizen, Lean, and 5S

Identifying Waste and Inefficiencies

  • The 8 types of waste (Muda)
  • Practical identification methods in production, administration, and logistics
  • Observation and mapping techniques, including Gemba Walks

Standardization and Visual Management

  • The value of standard work and operational discipline
  • Visual controls and 5S tools
  • Developing and maintaining standardized processes

Kaizen Tools and Techniques

  • Root cause analysis using 5 Whys and Ishikawa diagrams
  • The PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle
  • Balancing quick wins with strategic Kaizen efforts

Building a Culture of Continuous Improvement

  • Engaging staff in improvement initiatives
  • Conducting effective team meetings and communication strategies
  • Implementing recognition and feedback systems

Kaizen in Practice: Cross-Departmental Applications

  • Production: Minimizing errors and rework
  • Maintenance: Enhancing reliability and preventive routines
  • Logistics and Warehouse: Optimizing flow and space utilization
  • Administration and Sales: Improving workflows and responsiveness

Planning and Sustaining Kaizen Activities

  • Establishing KPIs and success metrics
  • Setting up Kaizen boards and documentation practices
  • Maintaining improvements through leadership commitment and follow-up

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Familiarity with internal operational workflows
  • A keen interest in adopting structured improvement methodologies
  • No previous experience with Kaizen is necessary

Target Audience

  • Team leaders and supervisors in operations or production roles
  • Personnel from departments including maintenance, logistics, quality, and administration
  • Managers responsible for strategic planning and organizational efficiency

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  • Customized Content: We adapt the syllabus and practical exercises to the real goals and needs of your project.
  • Flexible Schedule: Dates and times adapted to your team's agenda.
  • Format: Online (live), In-company (at your offices), or Hybrid.
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Price per private group, online live training, starting from 3200 € + VAT*

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