Process Improvement Essentials
Learn and apply a 4-step method to improve any work process.
This adaptable training workshop teaches and applies a 4-step method along with straightforward but powerful tools and techniques, to help individuals and work teams improve work processes.
It is applicable to any business or organization that wants to do more things, right the first time, in less time, or with less effort and cost.
We can provide client references in product design, manufacturing, distribution, insurance, within the H.R. function and in other service industries. Examples of applications include: new product launch process, quick die changeover and recruiting of new employees.
About the Workshop.
This workshop is best presented on-site, though it has been adapted for virtual training when that is more desirable. It is typically run as 12 to 16 hours of contact time. Coaching of teams is also available.
Participants will learn and be prepared to practice the application of tools for process improvement including:
Process mapping
Identification and elimination of waste
Errorproofing
Standardized work
5S workplace organization
Process verification
Application of the methods learned could be applied to any function or activity that has repeatable steps or work effort.
Resulting improvements might include:
Process simplification
Task automation
Elimination of paper
Digital workflow
Improved job instructions
Reduced training time
Completion of this workshop will enable participants to: