Lean Certification Series

Based upon proven Toyota practices, combined with UK program experience with many organizations, this series provides participants with the knowledge & skills necessary to navigate through your True Lean transformation ensuring long-term sustainability.

This three-week series (1 week per month over three months) delivers deep True Lean™ knowledge of culture, principles, and practices as a comprehensive system. Participants will apply the learning in their workplace via “homework” between the three sessions and conclude by presenting their 8-step Problem-Solving activity during week 3.

Designed for:

Organizational Professionals at all levels and Departments

You will gain knowledge in the following:

1. The foundations of the Toyota Production System (TPS) as the basis for True Lean™
2. A thorough understanding of True Lean as a total system including culture, principles, practices, and Roles/Responsibilities by level
3. The key elements of a True Lean Operating Environment include one-voice leadership, engaged employees, customer focus, standardization/normal, abnormal control, and continuous learning/improvement.
4. A deep hands-on learning of Toyota’s highly effective 8-Step Problem-Solving methodology and understanding that it applies to all functions and levels as an everyday practice.
5. The People Side (DNA) of True Lean™ as the cultural driver; how it applies to True Lean™ and is critical for sustainability.  
6. Develop the Path to True Lean as a proven framework for effectively transitioning to True Lean. It includes one-on-one coaching to tune into each participant’s actual situation in their company.

Interactive with Gap Analysis “Takeaway” 

• This interactive session includes an up-close Toyota walking tour, a visit to another organization successfully applying True Lean™, campus lab activities & exercises, and interactive discussions.
• Upon completion of the Certification, participants will be able to apply their learning and be in a position to lead their organization in operational and cultural development priorities for a True Lean™ transformation

Coaching Available

• Executive and Operational Coaching for True Lean™ change agents embarking on strategy development and transformation activities  

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