Course Outline
Introduction to Kaizen
- Kaizen philosophy and mindset
- Continuous improvement vs. reactive problem-solving
- Link between Kaizen, Lean, and 5S
Identifying Waste and Inefficiencies
- The 8 types of waste (Muda)
- Practical identification in production, administration, and logistics
- Observation and mapping techniques (Gemba Walks)
Standardization and Visual Management
- Importance of standard work and discipline
- Visual controls and 5S tools
- Creating and sustaining standardized processes
Kaizen Tools and Techniques
- Root cause analysis (5 Whys, Ishikawa)
- PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle
- Quick wins vs. strategic Kaizen
Building a Culture of Continuous Improvement
- Involving staff in improvement initiatives
- Effective team meetings and communication methods
- Recognition and feedback mechanisms
Kaizen in Practice: Cross-Departmental Applications
- Production: reducing errors and rework
- Maintenance: reliability and preventive routines
- Logistics and warehouse: flow optimization and space utilization
- Administration and sales: improving workflows and responsiveness
Planning and Sustaining Kaizen Activities
- Defining KPIs and success metrics
- Creating Kaizen boards and documentation
- Sustaining improvements through leadership and follow-up
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- An understanding of internal operational processes
- Interest in applying structured improvement methods
- No prior experience with Kaizen is required
Audience
- Team leaders and supervisors in operations or production
- Staff from departments such as maintenance, logistics, quality, and administration
- Managers involved in strategic planning and organizational efficiency
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