Operations 101

In this session, we will introduce the team to the concepts of Toyota Production System (TPS), Lean principles, 5S methodology, and Six Sigma.

In this session, we will conduct safety training for all employees and establish safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.

This activity is a powerful tool for identifying and removing unnecessary items from our workspace, contributing to a more efficient and organized workplace.

The 5S methodology, originating from Japanese workplace organization techniques, consists of Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain.

These principles are fundamental to creating a clean, organized, and efficient work environment. Today, we'll delve into each of the 5S principles, discuss their importance, and explore how implementing them can bring significant benefits to our workplace.

In this session, we'll explore the benefits of sorting, discuss how it contributes to workplace efficiency, and assign teams to begin implementing the Sort phase in their respective areas.

In this session, we'll discuss the benefits of setting in order, explore strategies for organizing work areas, and assign teams to begin implementing this phase in their respective areas.

In this session, we'll discuss the benefits of shine/sweep, explore strategies for maintaining a clean—organized workspace and assign teams to begin implementing this phase in their respective areas.

In this session, we'll discuss the benefits of standardization, assign teams to implement standardized procedures and establish a framework for reporting progress in subsequent Workshops.

In this session, we'll discuss the benefits of sustaining 5S practices, assign teams to develop strategies for sustaining improvements and establish a framework for ongoing monitoring and reinforcement.

In this initial session, we'll lay the foundation for our journey, discussing the key principles of Kanban and outlining our implementation plan.

Today, we'll be focusing on designing the Kanban boards that will serve as the visual foundation of our workflow management system.

Today, we'll be discussing the importance of setting Work- in-Progress (WIP) limits and how they can help us optimize our workflow by preventing overburdening and reducing multitasking.

Today, we'll be transitioning from planning to action as we begin implementing Kanban systems in our organization. We'll discuss how to roll out Kanban boards, train team members, and ensure smooth adoption across our workflows.

Today, we'll be discussing how we'll monitor the effectiveness of our Kanban systems and continuously improve our workflows to maximize efficiency and value delivery.

Today, we'll reflect on our journey thus far, celebrate our successes, and discuss next steps for sustaining and further enhancing our Kanban systems.

In this introductory workshop, we'll lay the groundwork by discussing the principles of value-stream mapping and its significance in identifying opportunities for process optimization and waste reduction.

Today, we'll dive into the process of creating a current state map to visualize the existing flow of products across our small business.

Today, we'll focus on identifying and categorizing waste within our current processes.

Today, we will be creating a future state map that outlines our vision for an optimized flow of products across our small business. By envisioning an ideal state, we can set clear goals and develop strategies for process improvement.

Today, we'll focus on translating our insights from the value-stream mapping process into concrete action plans for process improvement. By identifying specific actions and assigning responsibilities, we can ensure that our improvement efforts are implemented effectively.

Today, we'll wrap up our series by discussing the implementation of our action plans and reflecting on our journey towards process improvement. By celebrating our successes and lessons learned, we can ensure that our efforts continue to drive positive change in our small business.

In this session, we'll explore the core principles of LEAN & Six Sigma and how they can be applied to drive continuous improvement in our organization. Additionally, we'll discuss how Lean Six Sigma complements other improvement methodologies such as the Toyota Production System (TPS) and traditional LEAN practices.