LTS Lean Systems Implementation

1 LTS Lean Systems Implementation

Applying Lean Systems Implementation Development course

Black Belt Lean Implementation

1. MODULE SUMMARY Lean Implementation Black Belt

Aims and Summary This module deals with introduction to concepts of Lean at a Black Belt Mentor level applicants will be required to gain an understanding of the current Lean methodologies and the sustainability in developing a long term lean enterprise structure The focus of this module will be on the in-depth knowledge of Lean tools & techniques through industrial experience, practical application and benefits gained by the implementation of Lean

Module size and credits Module size Single

Entry Requirements (pre-requisites and co-requisites)

Composition of module mark (including weighting of components)

100% through presentation and open discussion

2. TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT

Intended Module Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module the applicants should be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understand of Lean Mentoring

2. Demonstrate understanding of Change Management

3. Understand the application of Transition Planning

4. Understand application of Value Stream Mapping

5. The concepts of Hoshin Kanri

Indicative content  Identification of the need for organisational change using Lean Leadership and its benefits to business processes

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 Methods of Lean Application within the work area

LEAN Tools/Methods  VSM Current / Future State Map  6 Sigma Tools  Transition Planning  Statistical Techniques  Hoshin Kanri

Application  Selecting appropriate tools  Interpreting anticipated outcomes of tool usage

Teaching and learning methods

Informative workshops and briefings, will be followed by workplace supported examples and mentor/tutorial type sessions. In addition, there will be practical exercises to underline and develop the theory.

Special Features

This course is intended for managers, supervisors, and team leaders who are employed in the manufacturing or service sector.

This course supports applicants who are involved in a work based learning scenario. The module will therefore, be delivered in the applicants workplace as they carry out their work with minimal time off the job.

Teaching and Learning will be supported by reference to case studies and critical incidents drawn from work at each applicant workplace.

Date of last amendment

May 2011

3. MODULE RESOURCES

Recommended Reading

Lean Six Sigma for Service: How to Use Lean Speed and Six Sigma Quality to Improve Services and Transactions Michael L. George

(Author)

Managing to Learn John Shook, Lean Enterprise Institute ISBN 978-1-934109-20-5

Toyota Culture Jeffrey K. Liker McGraw Hill CO ISBN 978-0-07-149217-1

The Goal Eli Goldratt and Jeff Cox2004, Gower Publishing Ltd, ISBN978-0566086656

The New Manufacturing Challenge Kiyoshi Suzaki1987, Mcmillan USA, ISBN 0-02-932020-2

The Toyota Way Jeffery K. Liker2004, McGraw-Hill, ISBN 978-0071392310

As students are learning in their own workplace additional reading material may be recommended, including via an on-line link to the LTS academy. www.ltsacademy.com Students are also expected to explore additional sources of learning/reading material to support their study further.

4. MODULE ORGANISATION

Module leader

Name Brett Griffiths

4 Cartwright Ave

Harley Whitefort

Worcester

WR4 0NZ

Room TBA

Telephone number 01905 23928

E-mail [email protected]

Knowledge and understanding

On completion of the programme, applicants Examples of teaching, learning and should be able to demonstrate knowledge and assessment methods used: understanding of:

 The role and functions of lean enterprise deployment  A programme of interactive seminars, within an organisational context group work sessions, individual tutorials  Investigation of selected core disciplines of Lean and self-study deployment  The application of tactical thinking to successful Lean deployment in organisations in a prescribed range of scenarios  The key drivers of change towards Hoshin Kanri affecting lean enterprise deployment and change management.  The processes of Lean implementation and decision making in a prescribed range of scenarios

Skills and Other Attributes

On completion of the programme, applicants Examples of teaching, learning and should be able to demonstrate the following assessment methods used: intellectual/cognitive skills:

 Critical thinking and critical appraisal applied to  All modules require learners to engage in selected areas of Hoshin Kanri deployment discussion of key issues and the critical  Lean and dealing with sustained implementation application of key concepts issues of lean enterprise deployment in a prescribed  Case study analysis offers applicants the range of scenarios opportunity to engage in problem solving  Interpretation and abstracting meaning from a variety towards Lean Mentoring of data to inform on success of Lean implementation  Modules raise issues in which judgement activity needs to be exercised  Exercising judgement and understanding in relation to selected Lean implementation and practice.

On completion of the programme, students should Examples of teaching, learning and be able to demonstrate the following professional assessment methods used: practical skills:

 Critical reflection upon own role within the  Group presentations on Lean organisation and sensitivity to the differing Implementation within the workplace. perspectives of others.  Information retrieval, organisation and effective application  Working effectively with and leading others within a variety of organisational contexts

Assignment

You are required to complete an assignment of approx 5000 words on the topic detailed below:

Analyse an organisation of your choice:

You must outline the mission and purpose, its strategies as well as reaching a conclusion as to their effectiveness. How would you change them, what steps would you have to take in order to change and improve lean.

How are the policies deployed within the company and what is the current understanding across the organisation.

Touch on all the subjects below

Hoshin Kanri (Policy Deployment)

Value Stream Mapping

Change Management

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