There are many books and training products relating to lean manufacturing concepts and practice. However, this training package is likely to be of particular interest for companies in the furniture and the forest products/timber industries, as it has been developed by consultants at ukfirst (part of the Furniture Industry Research Association - FIRA International), who have expertise in these areas.
What is Lean Interactive?
Lean Interactive is an easy-to-use training package for managers who want to make improvements to the efficiency of their production processes. There are three DVDs for companies to use with individual employees or teams, and each is divided into "Teachpoints". In this way training can be delivered at a managed pace, depending on employee requirements or time constraints.
You can preview the training package by watching a free demo of the DVDs.
What is lean manufacturing?
Lean manufacturing (sometimes called "lean thinking") is concept designed to help companies focus on customer value, by
systematically eliminating waste in the production process
delivering products in line with demand.
The package is made up of three separate DVDs:
Work & waste
If you are looking to achieve measurable results fast, "Work & Waste" demonstrates how driving out process waste can improve productivity, reduce costs and increase profitability. Workplace organisation Workplace Organisation is a key technique in supporting the change process and is centred on creating a safer and more efficient working environment and this Teachpoint is designed to help you to implement a clear plan, avoid common pitfalls, and make sustainable changes. Performance, measurement & data analysis Do you want to install a measurement system within your business to identify critical areas for improvement? This Teachpoint demonstrates how using data as decision making tools can help management teams to improve their processes.
Pricing is based on the number of employees per organisation:
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