Lean Manufacturing Principles
Course Code: IC
 Lean philosophy seeks to maximize the
efficiency of the entire business stream. The central theme of lean is complete
business efficiency, which is to do more with less-less time, less inventory, less space, and fewer resources. Core
values are respect for people and appreciation of human creativity. The driving
and fundamental business concepts for lean manufacturing principles can be
summed up as providing, "What the customer wants, when the customer needs it,
and at a price the customer is willing to pay."
The lean philosophy and strategies are
generally applicable in today's global and highly competitive environment. They
will positively contribute to any business that holistically approaches all
lean principles. Successful application of lean is based on the
understanding that it requires a fundamental and drastic cultural change in "how
to run a business." This course presents the holistic approach to lean. Justification
of all the required components, practical and logical steps, and requirements
for a positive implementation are covered in this course.
Upon completion of this course, you will be
able to:
Recognize the value of learning from other lean
implementations.
Focus on higher profitability by eliminating redundant
and useless activities from the business process.
Increase your company's flexibility to respond
to fast-changing market conditions.
Reduce the delivery time for products or services
to the customer.
Conduct individual and team exercises that
illustrate the principles.
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