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Certified Lean IT Training Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Lean

  • About Lean
  • Origins of Lean
  • Lean in a Nutshell
  • Key Lean Terms and Concepts
  • Muda
  • Wastes of Lean
  • Classical Forms of Muda
  • Lean Temple
  • Hoshin Kanri (Policy Deployment)
  • Jidoka (Autonomation)
  • Just in Time (JIT)
  • Big Losses
  • Lean Business and Uses of Lean
  • What Lean Should Look Like?
  • PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act)
  • Lean IT and Lean IT Dimensions

Module 2: Lean Customer

  • Customers, Processes, and Waste
  • What are Customers?
  • Why do we Need to Listen to the VOC?
  • Determine the Value and Define the VOC
  • VOC Methodology
  • Identify Customers
  • Customer Segmentation
  • SIPOC
  • Gather Customer Information
  • Tips for Customer Information Sources
  • Analyze Customer Information
  • Affinity Diagrams
  • Overview of the Kano Model
  • Kano Analysis
  • What the Lines Imply?
  • Axis
  • Determine Customer Needs
  • Identifying the Requirements
  • What is a Critical to Quality (CTQ)?
  • Critical to Quality Trees
  • Why Do This?
  • Identify Critical Customer Needs
  • Identify Quality Drivers
  • Identify Performance Requirements
  • CTQ Trees in Action
  • Common Terminology
  • What Might the Customer Care About?

Module 3: Lean Process

  • Lean Principles
  • Value
  • Path to Value
  • Lean Principle
  • Value Stream Terminology
  • Process Maps
  • Swim Lanes
  • Process Mapping
  • Typical Process Map Contents
  • What is Value Stream?
  • Value Stream Maps
  • Steps for Building a Value Stream Map
  • Push Vs Pull Systems
  • Key Lean Metrics
  • Choosing the Right Metrics
  • Metrics and Measures Roadmap

Module 4: Managing Performance

  • What are Lean Process Measurements?
  • Two Top-Level Measures
  • Application of OEE
  • Four Sub-Metrics
  • Calculating OEE and TEPP
  • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • Process Measurement Points
  • Criteria for Good Measures

Module 5: Lean Organization

  • Lean Leadership
  • Employee Empowerment
  • Communication Planning
  • Pursuing Perfection
  • Visual Management
  • Cell Information Boards
  • Guidelines for Visual Management
  • Visual Management Checklist

Module 6: Behavior and Attitude

  • Lean Management
  • Leadership and Culture
  • Gemba and Gemba Walk
  • 5S and Steps of 5S

Module 7: Problem/Kaizen

  • Kaizen Philosophy and Events
  • Formal Kaizen Process and Roles
  • What is DMAIC and DMAIC Cycle?
  • Problem Solving Framework
  • Background to Problem Solving
  • Seven-Step Problem Solving Methodology
  • Generate and Select Solutions
  • 5 Whys
  • Completing the 5 Whys
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Key Steps in the Use of a Fishbone Diagram
  • Example of Workshop Validation Process
  • Cause and Effect Diagram
  • Fishbone
  • Reverse Fishbone
  • Pareto Analysis

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Who should attend this Certified Lean IT Training Course?

The Certified Lean IT Course in Chicago is designed to provide delegates with the skills and knowledge necessary to implement Lean principles within Information Technology (IT) operations and Service Management. This training course is especially beneficial for these professionals:

  • IT Managers
  • IT Service Managers
  • IT Process Improvement Specialists
  • IT Project Managers
  • IT Consultants
  • Change Managers
  • Quality Assurance Professionals

Prerequisites of the Certified Lean IT Training Course

There are no formal prerequisites for this Certified Lean IT Course. However, a basic understanding of Information Technology, Lean Principles, and their fundamental concepts would be beneficial for the delegates.  

Certified Lean IT Training Course Overview

The Certified Lean IT Training in Chicago offers a comprehensive understanding of Lean principles tailored specifically for the IT sector. In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, Lean based IT principles become increasingly relevant as it aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of IT services, aligning them more closely with customer needs. This approach is pivotal in streamlining processes, reducing waste, and ensuring optimal resource utilization in IT operations.

Professionals in Chicago in the IT sector, Project Managers, and individuals involved in IT Service Management should consider mastering Lean in IT. It is particularly important for those looking to improve process efficiencies, implement cost-saving strategies, and foster a culture of continuous improvement within their organizations. Lean based IT Training equips these professionals with the skills to drive significant operational improvements and deliver greater value to their customers.

This 1-day training course in Chicago by the Knowledge Academy is meticulously designed to provide delegates with practical skills and knowledge in Lean based IT principles. Delegates will learn how to apply Lean principles in IT settings effectively, leading to improved service delivery and enhanced customer satisfaction. The course covers key concepts and methodologies, preparing individuals for the Lean based IT Certification, which validates their expertise in this field.

Course Objectives

  • To impart a thorough understanding of Lean principles in an IT context
  • To demonstrate effective techniques for waste reduction in IT processes
  • To equip delegates with skills for enhancing IT service efficiency
  • To prepare individuals for the Lean IT Certification examination
  • To provide insights into continuous improvement strategies in IT services

Upon completion of the Certified Lean IT Training in Chicago, delegates will possess a deep understanding of how to apply Lean methodologies in IT. They will be equipped with practical tools and techniques to initiate and lead Lean-based improvements within their IT environments, ensuring their organizations can deliver high-quality, efficient IT services that align with business objectives and customer expectations.

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What’s included in this Certified Lean IT Training Course?

  • Certified Lean IT Examination
  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
  • Certified Lean IT Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack

Certified Lean IT Training Examination Information:

The Lean IT Foundation exam follows this format:

  • Question Type: Multiple Choice 
  • Total Questions: 40 
  • Pass Mark: 26/40 pass mark or 65%
  • Duration: 60 Minutes

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