The concept of Lean is being used in many industries and businesses. Originally developed for manufacturing, Lean is primarily about solving problems and can be applied in most types of organizations. You will explore and discuss basic Lean principles and thinking. Workshop topics will include people involvement; waste reduction; standardization; visual management; A3 problem solving; value stream mapping; and 5S workplace organization. Hands-on demonstrations will be used to emphasis concepts.
(This is part of the Project Management Certificate Program, but you do not need to enroll in the program to take this workshop.)
Joe Cunningham has worked as an Industrial Engineer for many years in industry improving processes and reducing waste. Currently he is a professor at New Hampshire Technical Institute and UNH Manchester, teaching Automation and Lean Manufacturing in the engineering technology programs.
