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Certified Lean Foundation and Practitioner Exam

Certified Lean Foundation and Practitioner Course Outline

Module 1: About Lean

  • Path to Value
  • Key Lean Terms and Concepts
  • Gemba Walk

Module 2: Five Steps pf Lean Thinking

  • Process Stapling
  • Lean Temple

Module 3: Customers, Processes, and Waste

  • What are Customers?
  • What is a Process?
  • Tension Between VOB and VOC
  • What Do We Mean by Value?
  • Path to Value and Dealing with Values
  • Eight Wastes of Lean

Module 4: Key Lean Metrics

  • Introduction to Key Lean Metrics
  • Tools and Techniques
  • Spaghetti (Movement/Transportation) Diagrams
  • Measles Charts
  • Lean Triad
  • What is of 5S and Steps of 5S
  • Introduction to Poka Yoke and Types
  • What is SMED?
  • How SMED Looks Like?
  • Voice of Customer (VOC)
  • Customer Segmentation
  • Four Steps of VOC Methodology and Tools
    • Identify Customers
    • Gather Customer Information
    • Analyze Customer Information
    • Determine Customer Needs
  • Customer Segmentation
  • SIPOC
  • Overview of the Kano Model
  • What is a Critical to Quality (CTQ)?
  • Common Terminology
  • Identifying the Root Cause
  • Five Whys
  • Root Cause Analysis (Fishbone)
  • Reverse Fishbone
  • Control Frameworks
  • Overview
  • Three C’s
  • Eight Ds
  • Plan Do Check Act
  • Introduction to Kaizen
  • Kaizen Philosophy
  • Kaizen Events
  • Formal Kaizen Roles and Process

Module 5: Managing and Building Lean Teams

  • Managing Teams
  • Lean Teams
  • Features of Lean Teams
  • High Performing Teams (HPT)
  • High Performance Challenge
  • Contrasting Team Structures
  • Managing Progress and Demonstrating Control
  • Kanban Board
  • MoSCoW Prioritization
  • Daily Stand-Ups
  • Work Cells
  • Self-Managed Team Philosophy
  • Lean Manager and the Self-Managed Team
  • Personality Styles
  • Autonomous HPTs

Module 6: Problem-Solving

  • Problem Solving
  • Problem Solving Framework
  • A Seven-Step Problem Solving Methodology
  • Prioritization Tools

Module 7: Visual Management

  • Introduction to Visual Management
  • Guidelines for Visual Management
  • Advanced Intelligence Methods
  • Ways of Gathering the VOC
  • Intelligence Gathering: Top Tips
  • Critical to Quality Trees

Module 8: Advanced VOC

  • Advanced Intelligence Methods
  • Ways of Gathering the VOC
  • Intelligence Gathering: Top Tips
  • Critical to Quality Trees

Module 9: Lean Metrics

  • Metrics
  • Measures and Targets
  • Metrics Drive Behavior
  • Traditional Vs Lean Metrics
  • Choosing the Right Metrics
  • Things to Consider When Selecting Metrics
  • Useful Metrics
  • First and Second Project Metrics
  • Metrics and Measures Roadmap

Module 10: Process Measurement

  • What are Lean Process Measurements?
  • Two Level Measures
  • Four Sub-Metrics
  • Calculating OEE and TEPP
  • OEE is Not a Magic Number
  • First Time Quality
  • Work in Progress
  • Completed Orders Metrics
  • Delivery Metrics
  • Warranty Metrics
  • Customer Feedback Metrics
  • Reporting Metrics
  • Aims of Data Collection
  • Key Performance Indicators
  • Process Measurement Points
  • List of Criteria for a Good Measure
  • Gauge R and R
  • Measurement System Resolution
  • Brief Description of Data Collection Planning
  • Five Steps of Data Collection Process
  • Data Collection Sheet
  • Frequency and Sample Size
  • Evolving Data Collection Plan

Module 11: Total Productive Maintenance

  • TPM in a Nutshell
  • What is TPM?
  • TPM: Goals
  • Why is TPM Needed?
  • Benefits of TPM
  • TPM: What to Focus On?
  • TPM: Where Should it be Applied?
  • TPM Maturity Levels
  • TPM Health Check
  • Implementation Structure of TPM
  • Establish Infrastructure
  • Eliminate Top Issues
  • Training
  • Conduct Autonomous
  • Conduct Planned Maintenance
  • Design Maintenance Prevention

Module 12: Process Levelling (Heijunka)

  • Heijunka
  • Heijunka in a Nutshell
  • Process Levelling Overview
  • Production Levelling
  • Demand Levelling
  • Sequencing
  • Sequencing Concepts
  • Single Piece Flow
  • First in First Out
  • Pull
  • Kanban
  • Three-Bin System
  • Kanban Operation Rules
  • Andon
  • Process Levelling
  • Resource Scheduling
  • Theory of Constraints and TOC Process
  • Other Techniques to Enable Level Scheduling
  • Process Levelling in the Office
  • What is the Minimum Cycle Time for a Form?
  • Putting it All Together
  • Lean Office: How it Was?

Module 13: Value Stream Mapping

  • Process Maps
  • Swim Lanes
  • Typical Process Map Contests
  • Value Stream Maps
  • Headache Tablets: Value Stream Mapping
  • On the Ground Instructions (OTGIs)
  • Creating the “As Is” VSM
  • Investigating and Understanding the Process
  • Process Boxes
  • Useful VSM Metrics and Square Wave
  • Creating an Improved Process
  • Steps for Building a Value Stream Map
  • Action Plans
  • Identifying Priorities: Effort/Impact Grid

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Who should attend this Certified Lean Foundation & Practitioner Course?

This Certified Lean Foundation & Practitioner Training Course in the United States is designed to provide delegates with a comprehensive understanding of Lean principles and methodologies. The Certified Lean Foundation & Practitioner Course can be beneficial for the following professionals:

  • Project Managers
  • Lean Practitioners
  • Senior Managers
  • Frontline Employees
  • Operational Staff
  • Quality Control Professionals
  • Supply Chain and Logistics Personnel

Prerequisites of the Certified Lean Foundation & Practitioner Course

There are no formal prerequisites for this Certified Lean Foundation & Practitioner Training Course. However, a basic understanding of Lean principles can be beneficial.

Certified Lean Foundation and Practitioner Course Overview

This Certified Lean Foundation & Practitioner Course offers a comprehensive understanding of Lean methodologies, emphasizing efficiency, and waste reduction across industries. Lean principles are pivotal in today's competitive landscape in the United States, enabling businesses to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and optimize resource utilization. This course provides a foundational insight into Lean practices, addressing its significance in driving organizational excellence.

Professionals aspiring to master Lean methodologies encompass a broad spectrum, including Project Managers, Quality Assurance Professionals, Operations Managers, and individuals seeking operational enhancements. Understanding Lean principles is crucial in fostering a culture of continuous improvement, making it indispensable for professionals across diverse industries in the United States aiming to boost operational efficiency and drive business growth.

The Knowledge Academy’s comprehensive 2-day Certified Lean Foundation & Practitioner Course in the United States equips delegates with practical skills to implement Lean methodologies effectively. The course content delves into Lean tools, techniques, and strategies, empowering delegates to identify and eliminate wasteful practices. Delegates will gain hands-on experience, enabling them to spearhead Lean initiatives within their organizations.

Course Objectives

  • To comprehend the fundamental principles and concepts of Lean methodologies
  • To identify and analyze waste in processes and implement Lean strategies for waste reduction
  • To gain proficiency in Lean tools and techniques for process optimization
  • To apply Lean thinking and problem-solving methodologies in real-world scenarios
  • To empower professionals to drive efficiency and enhance operational performance using Lean principles

Upon completing this course in the United States, delegates will acquire practical expertise in Lean methodologies, enabling them to lead process improvement initiatives effectively. This proficiency will elevate their professional capabilities and position them as valuable assets to their organizations.         

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What’s included in this Certified Lean Foundation & Practitioner Course?

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

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Certified Lean Foundation Exam Information

To achieve the Certified Lean Foundation, candidates will need to sit for an examination. The exam format is as follows: 

  • Question Type: Multiple Choice 
  • Total Questions: 50 
  • Total Marks: 50 Marks 
  • Pass Mark: 60%, or 30/50 Marks 
  • Duration: 60 Minutes 
  • Open Book/ Closed Book: Closed Book

Certified Lean Practitioner Exam Information

To achieve the Certified Lean Practitioner, candidates will need to sit for an examination. The exam format is as follows: 

  • Question Type: Multiple Choice 
  • Total Questions: 60 
  • Total Marks: 60 Marks 
  • Pass Mark: 65%, or 39/60 Marks 
  • Duration: 80 Minutes
  • Open Book/ Closed Book: Closed Book

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Online Instructor-led (1 days)

Classroom (1 days)

Online Self-paced (8 hours)

Certified Lean Foundation Exam

Certified Lean Foundation Course Outline

Module 1: About Lean

  • Path to Value
  • Key Lean Terms and Concepts
  • Gemba Walk

Module 2: Five Steps pf Lean Thinking

  • Process Stapling
  • Lean Temple

Module 3: Customers, Processes, and Waste

  • What are Customers?
  • What is a Process?
  • Tension Between VOB and VOC
  • What Do We Mean by Value?
  • Path to Value and Dealing with Values
  • Eight Wastes of Lean

Module 4: Key Lean Metrics

  • Introduction to Key Lean Metrics
  • Tools and Techniques
  • Spaghetti (Movement/Transportation) Diagrams
  • Measles Charts
  • Lean Triad
  • What is of 5S and Steps of 5S
  • Introduction to Poka Yoke and Types
  • What is SMED?
  • How SMED Looks Like?
  • Voice of Customer (VOC)
  • Customer Segmentation
  • Four Steps of VOC Methodology and Tools
    • Identify Customers
    • Gather Customer Information
    • Analyze Customer Information
    • Determine Customer Needs
  • Customer Segmentation
  • SIPOC
  • Overview of the Kano Model
  • What is a Critical to Quality (CTQ)?
  • Common Terminology
  • Identifying the Root Cause
  • Five Whys
  • Root Cause Analysis (Fishbone)
  • Reverse Fishbone
  • Control Frameworks
  • Overview
  • Three C’s
  • Eight Ds
  • Plan Do Check Act
  • Introduction to Kaizen
  • Kaizen Philosophy
  • Kaizen Events
  • Formal Kaizen Roles and Process

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Who should attend this Certified Lean Foundation Course?

This Certified Lean Foundation Training Course in the United States is designed to understand the fundamentals of Lean methodologies and basics of Lean for business improvement. This course will be beneficial for the following professionals:

  • Production Managers
  • Operations Managers
  • Quality Managers
  • Lean Practitioners
  • Industrial Engineers
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customer Service Representatives

Prerequisites of the Certified Lean Foundation Course

There are no formal prerequisites to attend this Certified Lean Foundation Training Course. However, a basic understanding of Lean concepts would be beneficial.

Certified Lean Foundation Course Overview

This Certified Lean Foundation Course is a comprehensive introduction to Lean principles, focusing on enhancing organizational efficiency through waste reduction and process optimization. It provides delegates in the United States with a foundational understanding of Lean methodologies and their significance in streamlining operations across diverse industries. This course offers a fundamental overview of Lean thinking, emphasising its relevance in driving operational excellence.

Professionals in the United States seeking to understand and implement Lean methodologies to improve operational efficiency should aim to master the Certified Lean Foundation Course. Individuals in management, manufacturing, supply chain, healthcare, and service sectors can significantly benefit from comprehending Lean principles. Mastery of Lean enables professionals to identify and eliminate waste, fostering continuous improvement within their organizations.

The Knowledge Academy’s 1-day training in the United States empowers delegates with practical knowledge and tools to apply Lean principles effectively. Delegates will gain insights into Lean concepts such as value stream mapping, waste identification, and standardized work. Through interactive sessions and practical exercises, delegates will learn to implement Lean practices, initiating a culture of efficiency and improvement within their respective organizations.

Course Objectives

  • To introduce delegates to the foundational principles of Lean methodologies
  • To provide insights into waste reduction and process optimization using Lean principles
  • To equip delegates with practical tools for implementing Lean practices
  • To demonstrate the application of Lean concepts through interactive sessions
  • To instil a mindset of continuous improvement within organizational processes
  • To empower professionals to initiate Lean practices within their respective industries

Upon completing this course in the United States, delegates will possess a fundamental understanding of Lean principles, enabling them to identify inefficiencies, apply Lean methodologies, and drive a culture of continuous enhancement within their organizations. They'll be equipped to streamline operations, minimize waste, and enhance overall organizational efficiency.

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What’s included in this Certified Lean Foundation Course?

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

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Certified Lean Foundation Exam Information

To achieve the Certified Lean Foundation, candidates will need to sit for an examination. The exam format is as follows: 

  • Question Type: Multiple Choice 
  • Total Questions: 50 
  • Total Marks: 50 Marks 
  • Pass Mark: 60%, or 30/50 Marks 
  • Duration: 60 Minutes 
  • Open Book/ Closed Book: Closed Book

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Online Instructor-led (1 days)

Classroom (1 days)

Online Self-paced (8 hours)

Certified Lean Practitioner Exam

Certified Lean Practitioner Course Outline

Module 1: Managing and Building Lean Teams

  • Managing Teams
  • Lean Teams
  • Features of Lean Teams
  • High Performing Teams (HPT)
  • High Performance Challenge
  • Contrasting Team Structures
  • Managing Progress and Demonstrating Control
  • Kanban Board
  • MoSCoW Prioritization
  • Daily Stand-Ups
  • Work Cells
  • Self-Managed Team Philosophy
  • Lean Manager and the Self-Managed Team
  • Personality Styles
  • Autonomous HPTs

Module 2: Problem-Solving

  • Problem Solving
  • Problem Solving Framework
  • A Seven-Step Problem Solving Methodology
  • Prioritization Tools

Module 3: Visual Management

  • Introduction to Visual Management
  • Guidelines for Visual Management
  • Advanced Intelligence Methods
  • Ways of Gathering the VOC
  • Intelligence Gathering: Top Tips
  • Critical to Quality Trees

Module 4: Advanced VOC

  • Advanced Intelligence Methods
  • Ways of Gathering the VOC
  • Intelligence Gathering: Top Tips
  • Critical to Quality Trees

Module 5: Lean Metrics

  • Metrics
  • Measures and Targets
  • Metrics Drive Behaviour
  • Traditional Vs Lean Metrics
  • Choosing the Right Metrics
  • Things to Consider When Selecting Metrics
  • Useful Metrics
  • First and Second Project Metrics
  • Metrics and Measures Roadmap

Module 6: Process Measurement

  • What are Lean Process Measurements?
  • Two Level Measures
  • Four Sub-Metrics
  • Calculating OEE and TEPP
  • OEE is Not a Magic Number
  • First Time Quality
  • Work in Progress
  • Completed Orders Metrics
  • Delivery Metrics
  • Warranty Metrics
  • Customer Feedback Metrics
  • Reporting Metrics
  • Aims of Data Collection
  • Key Performance Indicators
  • Process Measurement Points
  • List of Criteria for a Good Measure
  • Gauge R and R
  • Measurement System Resolution
  • Brief Description of Data Collection Planning
  • Five Steps of Data Collection Process
  • Data Collection Sheet
  • Frequency and Sample Size
  • Evolving Data Collection Plan

Module 7: Total Productive Maintenance

  • TPM in a Nutshell
  • What is TPM?
  • TPM: Goals
  • Why is TPM Needed?
  • Benefits of TPM
  • TPM: What to Focus On?
  • TPM: Where Should it be Applied?
  • TPM Maturity Levels
  • TPM Health Check
  • Implementation Structure of TPM
  • Establish Infrastructure
  • Eliminate Top Issues
  • Training
  • Conduct Autonomous
  • Conduct Planned Maintenance
  • Design Maintenance Prevention

Module 8: Process Levelling (Heijunka)

  • Heijunka
  • Heijunka in a Nutshell
  • Process Levelling Overview
  • Production Levelling
  • Demand Levelling
  • Sequencing
  • Sequencing Concepts
  • Single Piece Flow
  • First in First Out
  • Pull
  • Kanban
  • Three-Bin System
  • Kanban Operation Rules
  • Andon
  • Process Levelling
  • Resource Scheduling
  • Theory of Constraints and TOC Process
  • Other Techniques to Enable Level Scheduling
  • Process Levelling in the Office
  • What is the Minimum Cycle Time for a Form?
  • Putting it All Together
  • Lean Office: How it Was?

Module 9: Value Stream Mapping

  • Process Maps
  • Swim Lanes
  • Typical Process Map Contests
  • Value Stream Maps
  • Headache Tablets: Value Stream Mapping
  • On the Ground Instructions (OTGIs)
  • Creating the “As Is” VSM
  • Investigating and Understanding the Process
  • Process Boxes
  • Useful VSM Metrics and Square Wave
  • Creating an Improved Process
  • Steps for Building a Value Stream Map
  • Action Plans
  • Identifying Priorities: Effort/Impact Grid

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Who should attend this Certified Lean Practitioner Course?

This Certified Lean Practitioner Training Course in the United States is meant for professionals looking to improve their business by applying and nurturing Lean thinking. This course will be more beneficial for the following professionals:

  • Manufacturing Engineers
  • Operations Managers
  • Quality Control Professionals
  • Customer Service Representatives
  • IT Professionals
  • Supply Chain and Logistics Personnel
  • Managers and Department Heads

Prerequisites of the Certified Lean Practitioner Course

You should have a good understanding of the Basic Lean Tools and Lean Thinking. Delegates are also encouraged to complete the Introduction to Lean or Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Course before taking this Certified Lean Practitioner course.

Certified Lean Practitioner Course Overview

This Certified Lean Practitioner Course is an advanced course designed to deepen understanding and application of Lean methodologies in organizational settings in the United States. It delves into advanced Lean principles, emphasising their relevance in driving significant operational enhancements. This course provides a very detailed overview of Lean techniques and their pivotal role in fostering continuous improvement.

All professionals, therefore, who would find the aspirations to lead and drive Lean initiatives in their respective organizations, would be required to take it upon themselves to master the Certified Lean Practitioner Course. This advanced course is particularly beneficial for individuals in Managerial roles, Process Improvement Teams, Quality Assurance, and those driving organizational change.

The Knowledge Academy’s 1-day Lean Training provides advanced skills and insights for the effective application of Lean methodologies. Delegates are taken through an in-depth look at advanced concepts in Lean, such as Kaizen, DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control), and principles of Lean Six Sigma. Delegates will acquire skills in applying advanced Lean tools and techniques in a pragmatic way through the use of practical exercises and case studies from their own organizations.

Course Objectives

  • To advance delegates' knowledge and application of Lean methodologies
  • To provide in-depth insights into advanced Lean principles and techniques
  • To equip delegates with skills to lead and drive Lean initiatives within organizations
  • To demonstrate the application of Kaizen, DMAIC, and Lean Six Sigma principles
  • To foster expertise in identifying and resolving complex organizational challenges
  • To empower professionals to lead successful Lean transformations within their respective domains

On completing this advanced Lean Course in the United States, delegates will have acquired the necessary advanced Lean skills to influence leading impactful Lean initiatives that can fuel substantial improvement and spearhead Lean transformation within the organization.

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What’s included in this Certified Lean Practitioner Course?

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

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Certified Lean Practitioner Exam Information

To achieve the Certified Lean Practitioner, candidates will need to sit for an examination. The exam format is as follows: 

  • Question Type: Multiple Choice 
  • Total Questions: 60 
  • Total Marks: 60 Marks 
  • Pass Mark: 65%, or 39/60 Marks 
  • Duration: 80 Minutes
  • Open Book/ Closed Book: Closed Book

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Online Instructor-led (1 days)

Classroom (1 days)

Online Self-paced (8 hours)

Introduction to Lean Course Outline

Module 1: What is Lean?

  • Introduction to Lean
  • Lean in a Nutshell
  • Lean Temple
  • Fables and Facts
  • What Lean Should Look Like?
  • Lean Thinking can Transform Business
  • Lean is Not Just for Manufacturing
  • What is Changing at Service Companies?
  • Origins of Lean
  • Customers, Processes, and Waste
  • What are Customers?
  • Anatomy of a Process
  • Who Wants the Outputs?
  • Tension Between the VOB and VOC
  • Meaning of Value
  • Path to Value
  • Dealing with Values
  • Seven Wastes (Muda) of Lean
  • Introducing Lean Methodologies
  • Lean Principles
  • 3Cs
  • Key Lean Metrics

Module 2: One Sentence Expert

  • Gemba (The Real Place)
  • Gemba Tools
  • Kaizen
  • Hoshin Kanri (Policy Deployment)
  • Jidoka (Autonomation)
  • Just in Time (JIT)
  • Six Big Losses
  • 5S and the Steps of 5S
  • What is Poka Yoke?
  • Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED)
  • Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
  • Standardized Work
  • On the Ground Instructions (OTGIs)
  • Visual Factory
  • Value Stream Mapping
  • Headache Tablets: Value Stream Mapping (“As Is Example)

Module 3: Case for Lean

  • Cost of Poor Quality
  • Iceberg Theory
  • Identifying Hidden Costs
  • Benefits of a Simple Lean Project
  • Categories Associated with the Cost of Poor Quality
  • In Practice it’s a Balancing Act
  • Setting up Lean Thinking in Business
  • Costs of Adoption
  • Prerequisites and Essential Requirements
  • Timeframes

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Who should attend this Introduction to Lean Course?

This Introduction to Lean Training Course in the United States is a beginner-level course which is designed to help professionals adopt Lean methodologies and Lean thinking. This course will be beneficial for the following professionals:

  • Managers and Supervisors
  • Process Improvement Specialists
  • Operations Managers
  • Quality Control Personnel
  • Supply Chain Professionals
  • Project Managers
  • Continuous Improvement Enthusiasts

Prerequisites of the Introduction to Lean Course

There are no formal prerequisites to attend this Introduction to Lean Training Course.

Introduction to Lean Course Overview

This course in the United States offers a foundational understanding of Lean principles, emphasizing efficiency, waste reduction, and continuous improvement in organizational processes. It introduces delegates to the core concepts of Lean thinking and its relevance in optimizing workflows across various industries. This course provides a fundamental overview of Lean methodologies and their potential to revolutionize operational effectiveness.

Professionals aiming to enhance operational efficiency, minimize waste, and drive continuous improvement within their organizations should prioritize mastering Lean principles. Individuals in management, manufacturing, supply chain, healthcare, and service sectors benefit significantly from understanding Lean methodologies. Mastery of Lean equips professionals in the United States to identify inefficiencies, streamline operations, and foster a culture of improvement.

The Knowledge Academy’s comprehensive 1-day course in the United States equips delegates with essential knowledge and practical tools to implement Lean principles. Delegates will gain insights into Lean concepts, such as value stream mapping, waste identification, and process optimization. Through interactive sessions and case studies, delegates will learn to apply Lean methodologies in real-world scenarios.

Course Objectives

  • To introduce delegates to the fundamental principles of Lean thinking
  • To provide insights into waste reduction and process optimization through Lean methodologies
  • To equip delegates with practical tools for identifying and eliminating inefficiencies
  • To demonstrate the application of Lean concepts through real-world case studies
  • To foster a mindset of continuous improvement within organizational processes
  • To empower professionals to initiate Lean practices within their respective industries

Upon completing this Lean Course in the United States, delegates will possess a fundamental understanding of Lean principles, enabling them to identify inefficiencies and implement Lean methodologies within their organizations. They'll be equipped to drive operational efficiency, minimize waste, and encourage a culture of continuous improvement.

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What’s included in this Introduction to Lean Course?

  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
  • Introduction to Lean Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack

 

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Online Instructor-led (1 days)

Classroom (1 days)

Online Self-paced (8 hours)

Value Stream Mapping Course Outline

Module 1: Overview of Value Stream Mapping

  • Overview: Value Stream Maps (VSMs)
  • What is a Value Stream?
  • Process Maps
  • Swim Lanes
  • Process Map Levels
  • Levels of Process Maps

Module 2: Customer Value

  • What is a SIPOC?
  • Benefits of SIPOC
  • SIPOC Layout
  • CS&F Web Fulfilment SIPOC

Module 3: What is Value Stream Mapping?

  • Value Stream Maps (VSMs)
  • Practical VSMs
  • Deploying VSMs
  • Types of VSM
  • Comparing Process Types
  • Manufacturing VSM
  • Creating the ‘AS-IS’ VSM
  • Investigating and Understanding the Process
  • Headache Tablets: Value Stream Mapping (‘As Is’)
  • Creating a VSM: Process Borders Definition
  • Using Swim Lane Diagrams to Identify Logical Process Blocks
  • Process Boxes
  • Capturing Data
  • Useful VSM Metrics
  • First-Time Yield (FTY)
  • Rolled Throughput Yield (RTY)
  • VSM Metrics
  • Square Wave
  • Kaizen Burst
  • Creating an Improved Process
  • Transactional VSM: Mortgage Application (As-Is)
  • Layout Diagrams
  • On the Ground Instructions (OTGIs)

Module 4: Interactive Value Stream Map

  • Interactive
  • Format of the Interactive VSM
  • Common Rows on the Interactive VSM
  • How to Create an Interactive Map?
  • Interactive Map and VSM
  • Interactive VSM Symbols and Measures
  • Service Transaction Box

Module 5: Overview of Data Collection

  • Data Collection Planning

Module 6: Data Collection Process

  • Building the Hierarchies
  • Breakdown Structure
  • Spider Diagram
  • Planning Ideas
  • Measures and Modelling Tools
  • Data Collection
  • Breakdown Structure
  • Spider Diagram
  • Process Measurement Points
  • Measurement System Analysis (MSA)
  • Analyzing the Data
  • Frequency and Sample Size

Module 7: Data Collection Planning and Documentation

  • Data Collection
  • Evolving Data Collection Plan

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Who should attend this Value Stream Mapping Course?

This Value Stream Mapping Training Course in the United States is designed for professionals from the manufacturing and service industries. This course will be more beneficial for the following professionals:

  • Process Improvement Specialists
  • Manufacturing Engineers
  • Operations Managers
  • Continuous Improvement Professionals
  • Quality Assurance Experts
  • Project Managers
  • Customer Service Representatives

Prerequisites of the Value Stream Mapping Course

There are no formal prerequisites for this Lean Value Stream Mapping Training Course. However, having a basic understanding of Lean tools and Lean techniques can be beneficial.

Value Stream Mapping Course Overview

This Value Stream Mapping Course in the United States comprehensively explores a vital Lean tool for visualizing and analyzing organizational processes. It focuses on understanding, mapping, and improving the flow of materials and information required to deliver value to customers. This course provides a fundamental understanding of Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and its significance in identifying waste, optimizing processes, and enhancing efficiency in diverse industries.

Professionals seeking to streamline workflows and identify organizational inefficiencies should aim to master Value Stream Mapping. This course is particularly crucial for manufacturing, service industries, logistics, and supply chain management professionals in the United States. Mastery of VSM enables individuals to visualize the entire value stream, facilitating informed decision-making for process improvement initiatives.

The Knowledge Academy’s 1-day course in the United States empowers delegates with practical skills in Value Stream Mapping. Delegates will learn how to create current-state and future-state maps, identify bottlenecks, and implement strategies for continuous improvement. Through interactive sessions and hands-on exercises, delegates will gain the tools and skills required to improve efficiency in their respective organizations.

Course Objectives

  • To impart a thorough understanding of Value Stream Mapping principles
  • To equip delegates with the skills to create current-state and future-state value stream maps
  • To enable delegates to identify and eliminate waste in processes using VSM
  • To demonstrate the application of VSM through practical exercises
  • To empower professionals to make informed decisions for process optimization

Upon completing this course in the United States, delegates will possess the knowledge and practical skills to use Value Stream Mapping effectively. They will be equipped to analyze and optimize processes, identify areas for improvement, and drive efficiency within their organizations, ultimately contributing to streamlined workflows and enhanced operational performance.

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What’s included in this Value Stream Mapping Course?

  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
  • Value Stream Mapping Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack

 

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Online Instructor-led (1 days)

Classroom (1 days)

Online Self-paced (8 hours)

5S Training Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to 5S

  • What is 5S?
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Eight Wastes
  • Tips for 5S
  • Poka Yoke Methods
  • What is SMED?
  • Benefits of 5S

Module 2: Getting Started with 1S Sort

  • 1S Sort
  • Red Tagging
  • Removing Unnecessary Items

Module 3: Introduction to 2S Set

  • Determining Equipment Requirements
  • Equipment Layout
  • Storage Methods
  • Visual Management

Module 4: 3S Shine

  • General Cleaning
  • Inspection and Preventive Maintenance

Module 5: 4S Standardization

  • Activity Planning and Resourcing
  • Developing Procedures
  • Training

Module 6: 5S Sustain

  • Auditing
  • Maintaining and Improving Standards
  • Implementation Plan Development

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Who should attend this 5S Training Course?

This 5S Training Course in the United States is ideal for any delegate and leader employees in every sector who are looking to enhance efficiency, health, and safety of the workspace, and place the 5S methodology at the forefront of their working practices. This course can be beneficial for a wide range of professionals, including:

  • Frontline Employees
  • Lean Practitioners
  • Supervisors
  • Managers
  • Process Improvement Specialists
  • Quality Control Personnel
  • Operations Staff

Prerequisites of the 5S Training Course

There are no formal prerequisites to attend this 5S Course.

5S Training Course Overview

The 5S Training Course strongly emphasizes the fundamental concepts of organizational workplace and efficient improvement, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain. It deeply emphasizes the type of working environment that should be organized, practical, and visually appealing. It has been designed to give the delegates a basic overview of principles linked with 5S and how a 5S program can improve safety, productivity, and efficiency within their organization.

Mastering this 5S Course in the United States is crucial for operations, manufacturing, and quality management professionals. In the process, the team acquires skills in reducing waste, which in turn helps them streamline work processes for enhanced operational effectiveness. The expertise is invaluable to leaders and continuous improvement professionals, making their work efficient, safe, and productive.

This intensive 1-day 5S Training in the United States is designed to provide a theoretical background and practical skills in applying the 5S methodology. Delegates learn from both theory and real-life examples supported by interactive exercises. By the end of this session, participants will have been prepared for the starting and leading organization-specific 5S implementation projects that will bring about significant improvements in workplace organization and efficiencies.

Course Objectives

  • To introduce the concept and principles of 5S
  • To provide insights into the benefits and importance of a 5S workplace
  • To develop skills for effectively implementing and sustaining each of the 5S steps
  • To demonstrate the practical application of 5S through examples and case studies
  • To prepare delegates for leading 5S projects in their organizations
  • To highlight common challenges in 5S implementation and strategies to overcome them

After completing this course in the United States, a delegate shall receive a 5S methodology certificate as proof of knowledge acquired, which he or she may use in supporting and sustaining 5S practice within their place of work. This will position the expert and certify the individual as a valuable asset in leading teams towards excellence and competitiveness.

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What’s included in this 5S Training Course?

  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors  
  • 5S Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack

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Classroom (1 days)

Online Self-paced (8 hours)

Lean Awareness Training Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Lean

  • About Lean
  • Focus of Lean
  • Origins of Lean
  • Lean in a Nutshell
  • Lean Temple

Module 2: Quality Improvement – PDCA and DMAIC

  • Plan Do Check Act
  • DMAIC Cycle
  • What is DMAIC?
    • Define
    • Measure
    • Analyse
    • Improve
    • Control
    • Summary of DMAIC

Module 3: Lean Principles

  • The Lean Principles

Module 4: Seven Wastes

  • Muda (Waste)
  • Seven Wastes (Muda) of Lean
  • Types of Demand
  • Failure Demand
  • 7 Wastes

Module 5: Value

  • What are Customers?
  • Who Wants the Outputs?
  • Tension Between the VOB and VOC
  • What is Mean by Value?
  • Path to Value
  • Dealing with Values

Module 6: Value Streams and Value Stream Mapping

  • Value Stream Terminology
  • Process Maps
  • Swim Lanes
  • Process Mapping
  • Typical Process Map Contents
  • Typical Process Map Symbols
  • Value Stream Maps
  • What is a "Value Stream"?
  • Value Stream Mapping
  • Process Boxes
  • Value Stream Symbols

Module 7: Key Lean Tools and Techniques

  • Tools and Techniques
  • What is Poka-Yoke?
  • Two Main Types of Poka Yoke
  • Advantages of Poka Yoke
  • Three Poka-Yoke Methods
  • What is SMED?
  • Why do We Need to Listen to the VOC?
  • Determine the Value and Define the Voice of the Customer (VOC)
  • VOC Methodology
  • Heijunka in a Nutshell
  • Description of Pull Systems
  • Pull
  • Brief Description of Pull Systems
  • Push vs. Pull Systems
  • Kanban
  • What are Kanbans?
  • Three-Bin System
  • 5 Whys
  • How to Complete the 5 Whys?
  • Problem Solving Framework
  • 7 Steps of Problem Solving
  • Prioritisation Tools
  • What is Kaizen?
  • Kaizen Philosophy
  • Kaizen Events
  • Formal Kaizen Roles
  • The Formal Kaizen Process
  • Features of Lean Teams
  • High Performing Teams (HPT)
  • Contrasting Team Structures
  • Managing Progress and Demonstrating Control

Module 8: Getting Started

  • Key Lean Terms
  • Key Lean Concepts

Module 9: 5S and the Numbers Game

  • What is 5S?
  • Steps of 5S
  • Numbers Game
  • The Workplace
  • The SORTED Workplace
  • The ORDERED Workplace

Module 10: Leadership and Culture

  • Managing Teams
  • Role of the Team Leader
  • Lean Management
  • Self-Managed Team Philosophy
  • Lean Manager and the Self-Managed Team
  • Leadership and Culture

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Who Should Attend this Lean Awareness Training Course?

This Lean Awareness Course from our Lean Courses suite is designed for individuals across various roles and functions who want to gain a foundational understanding of Lean principles and concepts. This training will be beneficial for the following professionals: 

  • Quality Control Personnel
  • Operations and Production Staff
  • Frontline Employees
  • Supervisors and Managers
  • Administrative Staff
  • Continuous Improvement Enthusiasts
  • Supply Chain and Logistics Personnel

Prerequisites of the Lean Awareness Training Course

There are no formal prerequisites to attend this Lean Awareness Course.

Lean Awareness Training Course Overview

This Lean Awareness Training in the United States provides a solid base in the principle of Lean to streamline the processes in order to minimise waste. It points out Lean thinking as a major contributor to efficiency and productivity. 

The most fundamental job advantage is the possibility to spot the areas of inefficiencies and spearhead fundamental improvement efforts. The skills are very desirable in jobs that are concerned with quality, productivity and constant improvement. 

This 1-Day Lean Awareness Training provided by The Knowledge Academy is interactive and provides examples. Representatives are taught how to implement Lean tools and to introduce changes in their offices.

Course Objectives

  • To introduce delegates to the fundamental principles of Lean methodologies
  • To provide insights into waste reduction and process optimisation using Lean principles
  • To equip delegates with foundational tools for implementing basic Lean practices
  • To demonstrate the practical application of Lean concepts through examples
  • To foster a mindset of continuous improvement within organisational processes
  • To empower professionals to contribute to efficiency improvements using Lean principles

Upon completing these Lean Awareness Training, delegates will possess a foundational understanding of Lean principles, enabling them to identify inefficiencies and contribute to foundational Lean initiatives within their organisations.

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What’s Included in this Lean Awareness Training Course?

  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
  • Lean Awareness Training Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack

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Classroom (1 days)

Online Self-paced (8 hours)

Lean Processes and Tools Training Course Outline

Module 1: Lean Processes

  • What is Lean?
  • What is Value?
  • What is Waste?
  • Constraints of Performance Improvement
  • Principles of Lean
  • Four Goals of Lean
  • Seven Forms of Waste
  • Lean Tools
  • Poka-Yoke
  • 5s Visual Workplace
  • Time Management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Work in Process
  • Material Management
  • Value Stream Mapping
  • Value Added Vs Non-Value Added
  • Creating Lean Systems

Module 2: Standardised Work

  • Why Standardised Work?
  • Elements of Standardised Work
  • Disconnects and Misconceptions

Module 3: Reducing Batch Size

  • Introduction to Reducing Batch Size

Module 4: Poka-Yoke

  • What is Poka-Yoke?
  • Development of Poka-Yoke
  • Quality Control Vs Poka-Yoke
  • Purpose of Poka-Yoke

Module 5: Total Productive Maintenance

  • Introduction to Total Productive Maintenance
  • 5S Foundation

Module 6: Time Management

  • Time Management
  • Benefits of a JIT system
  • Requirements for Implementing Just in Time

Module 7: Value Stream Mapping

  • Guiding Lean Principles
  • Lean Agile Pyramid
  • Lean Agile Value Stream
  • Waste Elimination Using Agile

Module 8: Forming Pull Systems

  • Push Vs Pull in Scrum
  • Favour the Pull Model

Module 9: Lean Six Sigma

  • Improvement
  • Lean Six Sigma
    • Improvement
    • Timeline
    • Process
  • What is Waste in Lean?
  • Lean Vs Six Sigma
  • What Lean Six Sigma Wants to Achieve?
  • What Makes a Good Lean Six Sigma Project?
  • DMAIC Methodology
    • Define
    • Measure
    • Analyse
    • Improve Control

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Who Should Attend this Lean Processes and Tools Training Course?

This Lean Processes and Tools Course is designed for professionals who are looking to strengthen their understanding of Lean methodologies and acquire practical skills in using Lean tools for process improvement. This Lean Processes and Tools Training  can be beneficial for the following professionals:

  • Process Improvement Specialists
  • Lean Practitioners
  • Operations Managers
  • Quality Control Personnel
  • Continuous Improvement Teams
  • Project Managers
  • Industrial Engineers

Prerequisites of the Lean Processes and Tools Training Course

There are no formal prerequisites for this Lean Processes and Tools Course. However, a basic understanding of Lean and completing the Lean Awareness Training can be beneficial for the delegates.

Lean Processes and Tools Training Course Overview

Lean Processes and Tools Training introduces delegates to advanced Lean methods and practical tools for process optimisation. It builds a clear understanding of how Lean tools streamline workflows, eliminate waste, and drive continuous improvement.

This training supports professionals seeking to deepen Lean expertise across process improvement and operational excellence roles. It develops the ability to implement structured strategies that enhance efficiency, quality, and performance across industries.

This 1-Day course offered by The Knowledge Academy enables delegates to apply Lean tools with confidence. Through focused learning and hands-on practice, delegates gain the skills to use Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, 5S, and Kaizen to improve processes effectively.

Lean Processes and Tools Course Objectives

  • To provide an in-depth understanding of various Lean tools and methodologies
  • To equip delegates with advanced skills to implement Lean strategies effectively
  • To demonstrate the practical application of Lean tools like Value Stream Mapping and Kanban
  • To enable delegates to identify inefficiencies and drive process improvements
  • To foster a culture of continuous enhancement within organisational processes
  • To empower professionals to lead advanced Lean initiatives and transformations

Upon completing this Lean Processes and Tools Training, delegates will be equipped with advanced Lean skills to drive significant process improvements, streamline workflows, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

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 What’s Included in this Lean Processes and Tools Training Course?

  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
  • Lean Processes and Tools Training Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack

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Classroom (1 days)

Online Self-paced (8 hours)

​Advanced Lean Techniques and Understanding Customers Training Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Lean Thinking

  • What is Lean Thinking?
  • Why is Lean Thinking Important?
  • Lean Thinking Principles
  • Benefits of Lean Thinking
  • Key Components of Lean Thinking

Module 2: Advanced Lean Techniques for Process Improvement

  • Overview of Process Improvement Techniques
  • Value Stream Mapping
  • Kaizen Events
  • Lean Six Sigma Methodologies

Module 3: Advanced Lean Techniques for Product Development

  • Overview of Lean Product Development
  • Agile Methodologies
  • Lean Start-Up Principles
  • Design Thinking Techniques

Module 4: Understanding Customer Needs

  • Importance of Understanding Customer Needs
  • Techniques for Gathering Customer Feedback
  • Analysing Customer Data
  • Creating Customer Personas
  • Mapping Customer Journey
  • Identifying Touchpoints

Module 5: Developing Customer-Centric Strategies

  • Using Customer Insights to Inform Business Strategy
  • Creating Customer-Focused Mission Statements
  • Building a Customer-Centric Culture

Module 6: Measuring Customer Success

  • Overview of Customer Success Metrics
  • Net Promoter Score (NPS)
  • Customer Lifetime Value (CLV)
  • Customer Churn Rate

Module 7: Applying Lean Techniques to Customer Success

  • Using Lean Principles to Improve Customer Success
  • Creating Customer Success Plans
  • Implementing Customer Feedback Loops
  • Lean Marketing Techniques

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Who Should Attend this Advanced Lean Techniques and Understanding Customers Training Course?

This Advanced Lean Techniques and Understanding Customers Course is designed for those who want to get better at understanding and implementing Lean methodologies for customer satisfaction. This Advanced Lean Techniques and Understanding Customers Training is especially beneficial for the following professionals:

  • Lean Practitioners
  • Operations Managers
  • Process Engineers
  • Manufacturing Engineers
  • Business Analysts
  • Senior Executives
  • Product Managers

Prerequisites of the Advanced Lean Techniques and Understanding Customers Training Course

There are no formal prerequisites for this Advanced Lean Techniques and Understanding Customers Course.

Advanced Lean Techniques and Understanding Customers Training Course Overview

Advanced Lean Techniques and Understanding Customers Training introduces delegates to advanced Lean methods combined with customer-focused thinking. It explains how Lean principles align operational efficiency with customer needs to drive continuous improvement.

This training supports professionals in strengthening Lean expertise while adopting a customer-centric approach. It builds the ability to optimise processes, enhance service quality, and align operations with customer expectations across diverse industries.

This 1-Day course offered by The Knowledge Academy enables delegates to apply advanced Lean techniques confidently. Through focused learning and practical exercises, delegates develop the skills to improve processes while meeting and exceeding customer expectations.

Advanced Lean Techniques and Understanding Customers Course Objectives

  • To integrate advanced Lean methodologies with customer-centric approaches
  • To equip delegates with skills to analyse customer needs and align processes accordingly
  • To provide insights into advanced Lean techniques like Lean Six Sigma and Voice of the Customer
  • To demonstrate practical application through case studies and exercises
  • To encourage a culture of continuous improvement while prioritising customer satisfaction
  • To empower professionals to drive organisational excellence by aligning Lean principles with customer expectations

Upon completing this Advanced Lean Techniques and Understanding Customers Training, delegates will possess advanced Lean skills combined with a customer-centric mindset, enabling them to optimise processes in line with customer expectations.

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What’s Included in this Introduction to Advanced Lean Techniques and Understanding Customers Training Course?

  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
  • Advanced Lean Techniques and Understanding Customers Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack

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Classroom (1 days)

Online Self-paced (8 hours)

6S Training Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to 6S Methodology

  • What Is 6S and Its Key Principles?
  • Benefits of Implementing 6S in the Workplace
  • What is 5s?
  • Understanding the Difference Between 5S and 6S
  • Overview of the 6S Implementation Process

Module 2: Sort (Seiri)

  • Importance of Workplace Organisation and Decluttering
  • Identifying and Categorising Necessary Vs. Unnecessary Items
  • Methods for Disposing of Unneeded Items Responsibly
  • Developing a Sustainable Sorting Process

Module 3: Set in Order (Seiton)

  • Organising and Arranging Essential Items Efficiently
  • Creating a Logical and Ergonomic Layout
  • Implementing Visual Cues
  • Establishing Standards

Module 4: Shine (Seiso)

  • Understanding the Significance of Cleanliness and Hygiene
  • Developing a Cleaning Schedule and Responsibilities
  • Implementing an Effective Cleaning Process
  • Maintaining a Clean and Safe Work Environment

Module 5: Standardise (Seiketsu)

  • Creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Establishing Guidelines
  • Apply Tools and Techniques
  • Auditing and Measuring 6S

Module 6: Sustain (Shitsuke)

  • Developing Strategies
  • Empowering Employees to Take Ownership of 6S Initiatives
  • Encouraging a Culture of Discipline and Accountability
  • Addressing Challenges and Overcoming Barriers to Sustain 6S

Module 7: Safety and 6S

  • Integrating Safety Measures Within the 6S Methodology
  • Identifying Potential Safety Hazards and Risks
  • Promoting a Safety-First Mindset in the Workplace
  • Health and Safety Regulations

Module 8: Applying 6S Beyond the Workplace

  • Implementing 6S Principles
  • Utilising 6S for Improving Workflows and Processes
  • Overcoming Resistance to Change and Fostering a 6S Culture

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Who Should Attend this 6S Training Course?

This 6S Course is suitable for those who want to optimise workplace organisation and processes effectively. 6S Training is beneficial for various professionals including:

  • Manufacturing Workers
  • Warehouse and Logistics Personnel
  • Operations Managers
  • Production Supervisors
  • Maintenance Technicians
  • Lean Practitioners
  • Safety Managers
  • Facility Managers

Prerequisites of the 6S Training Course

There are no formal prerequisites for attending this 6S Course.

6S Training Course Overview

6S Training introduces delegates to an extended 5S framework by integrating the sixth element, safety. It explains how to combine workplace safety with process efficiency, creating organised, secure, and high-performing work environments.

This training supports professionals seeking to improve safety while optimising operations. It builds the ability to apply 6S principles across manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics, enabling safer practices and continuous improvement.

This 1-Day course offered by The Knowledge Academy enables delegates to implement 6S principles with confidence. Through focused learning and practical activities, delegates gain the skills to integrate safety into daily processes and sustain efficient, secure workplaces.

6S Course Objectives

  • To introduce delegates to integrating safety (the sixth 'Safety' element) into the 5S framework
  • To provide insights into enhancing workplace safety while optimising processes
  • To equip delegates with practical tools for implementing and sustaining 6S practices
  • To demonstrate the application of 6S principles through interactive sessions
  • To foster a culture of safety and efficiency within organisational processes
  • To empower professionals to create and maintain safer work environments using 6S principles

Upon completing 6S Training, delegates will possess an advanced understanding of 6S principles, enabling them to create safer work environments while optimising processes

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What’s Included in this 6S Training Course?

  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
  • 6S Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack

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Core Concepts You Will Learn in Lean Training Courses

The Knowledge Academy’s Lean Training Courses provide a practical understanding of process improvement principles that help organisations eliminate waste and enhance efficiency.

  • Value Stream Mapping – Find and fix process gaps. Mapping can improve work efficiency by up to 30%.
  • Continuous Improvement (Kaizen) – Make small, regular improvements to boost performance and teamwork over time.
  • 5S Workplace Organisation – Keep the workplace clean, safe, and organised. It can raise efficiency by 20%.
  • Root Cause Analysis – Find and fix the main cause of problems using the 5 Whys method.
  • Process Standardisation – Use clear, repeatable steps to maintain quality and reduce mistakes.
  • Performance Measurement – Track results with simple performance metrics like time, cost, and output.
  • Customer Value Focus – Design every process around what customers need to increase satisfaction.
  • Lean Principles & Methodologies – Apply Lean methods to cut waste and make processes work faster and better.

 

Skills You Will Gain from Lean Courses

Completing Lean Training equips professionals with analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills essential for driving continuous improvement.

Skills You Will Gain from Lean Courses

  • Process Optimisation – Improve workflows by removing waste. This can boost efficiency by up to 30%.
  • Data-Driven Decision-Making – Use data and analytics to make smarter business and process decisions.
  • Critical Thinking – Identify real problems using simple tools like the 5 Whys method.
  • Team Leadership – Lead Lean projects effectively. Good teamwork can improve success rates by around 40%.
  • Change Management – Help teams adapt smoothly to new systems through clear communication and planning.
  • Quality Control – Maintain standards through regular checks. Six Sigma methods can cut errors by 25%.
  • Strategic Planning – Align Lean strategies with company goals to support long-term growth.
  • Continuous Improvement Mindset – Make small, steady changes. Daily improvements can raise productivity by about 25%.
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Lean Training FAQs

Lean Training focuses on teaching the principles and practices of Lean methodology, aimed at reducing waste and improving efficiency in business processes.
Lean Courses Online typically cover Lean fundamentals, tools and techniques for waste reduction, Lean Six Sigma principles, and strategies for implementing Lean practices in various operations.
A Lean Certification Course offers benefits such as enhanced operational efficiency, reduced costs, improved quality, and the development of skills for continuous improvement in professional settings.
In Lean Training Courses, you will learn about Lean principles, value stream mapping, 5S, Kaizen, and strategies for implementing a Lean culture in your organization.
These courses are ideal for Project Managers, Operational Staff, Team Leaders, and anyone interested in improving operational efficiency and process quality.
There are no formal prerequisites to attend online Lean Training Course.
Yes, corporate training options are available to tailor the learning experience to the specific needs and challenges of your organization.
Yes, self-paced Lean Training options are available for learners who prefer a flexible schedule and learning at their own pace.
Lean Training Courses are designed to cater to a range of learners, from beginners to those with some experience in Lean practices, adjusting the difficulty level accordingly.
The duration of these Lean Courses spans across 1 to 2 days.
Yes, we offer 24/7 support for delegates before, during, and after the Lean Training Courses.
Lean Certification Training can lead to roles such as Lean Consultant, Process Improvement Manager, or Lean Six Sigma Specialist across various industries.
In case you encounter any difficulties accessing the Lean Certification course materials, our customer support team is available to assist and promptly resolve any issues you may encounter.

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