PHASE 2: Committing
Lean Overview
Velaction Training System Module
Velaction Training System
Lean Overview Training Module
Our Lean Overview Training Module is part of our Velaction Training System.
PowerPoint and other materials available separately.
PowerPoint and other materials available separately.
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Level: 101
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Phase: 2
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Type: VTS Learner Module
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Access: 30 Days or in Sub
Description
Lean is a form of continuous improvement and is commonly associated with a very specific set of tools. While that is true to a degree, Lean should not be limited to those tools. A company that embraces the spirit of Lean will also integrate anything that works and aligns with strong Lean principles.
For this reason, we tend to use the terms Lean and continuous improvement relatively synonymously, but prefer CI because it is less limiting.
In a nutshell, we look at Lean as the relentless reduction of waste so companies can focus resources on increasing customer value. You'll find a lot of other organizations with their own definitions, but I encourage you to make sure that they have three components. Any description should, of course, mention waste. But it should also mention value, as Lean is also about growing the top line as much as it is about increasing margins. And it should specifically mention 'customer'.
For this reason, we tend to use the terms Lean and continuous improvement relatively synonymously, but prefer CI because it is less limiting.
In a nutshell, we look at Lean as the relentless reduction of waste so companies can focus resources on increasing customer value. You'll find a lot of other organizations with their own definitions, but I encourage you to make sure that they have three components. Any description should, of course, mention waste. But it should also mention value, as Lean is also about growing the top line as much as it is about increasing margins. And it should specifically mention 'customer'.
Requirements
This is an introductory course, and as such, there are very few knowledge and skill requirements needed to take it and get something out of it. There are, however, attitude requirements.
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A belief that there is an implied contract that work should be at a reasonable, steady pace with clear expectations (this requirement is for managers.)
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A willingness to question the status quo.
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A curiosity about how things work and a willingness to make mistakes (if managers create a safe environment to do so.)
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An optimism that they can make things better.
Who is this course for?
This course is for anyone new to a continuous improvement system that is integrating Lean tools into the way they operate.
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Companies transitioning to a new CI-oriented management system should have their employees take this course.
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New employees joining an established Lean companies should take this course.
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Vendors of Lean companies should be encouraged to take this course to make sure they are aligned.
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Managers should take the course, so they know what their teams are being taught.
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This is a beginner level course.
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