Kaizen Expert Training

Introduction:
This programme is developed for Change Agents within the organisation tasked to lead or participate in continual improvement projects. A Kaizen Expert ( equivalent to Green Belt Certification) focuses on specific aspects of the Kaizen tools, techniques and concepts within the complete Kaizen curriculum.

Duration: 10 Days

Target Audience: Managers, Process Owners and Project Team Members

Programme Objectives:
The Kaizen Expert Programme is structured into individual modules with each covering practical Kaizen implementation skills. The programme contents can be further customised according to each organisation’s unique requirements.

Programme Outline:

Module 1 – Intensive Kaizen Concepts and Tools Training

Kaizen Concepts
Define Quality, Problem, Objective and Goal
Determine Customer Requirements and CTQs (Critical To Quality)
Establish CTQ Matrix
Resource/Stakeholder Analysis
Change Management
Voice of Customer
Cost of Quality
Identify Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Training and Hands-on Workshop on the following Kaizen Tools:
Waste Identification and Elimination
Visual Management
Spaghetti Diagram
Layout Planning
Mistake Proofing
Continuous Flow
5S
Standard Work
Effective QC Tools
Root Cause Analysis
Team Based Problem Solving
Project Management
Kaizen Event
Project Charter

Module 2 – Process Mapping and Value Stream Mapping Workshop

Overview of Process Mapping and Value Stream Mapping Principles and Methodology
Mapping Tools and Symbols
Process Mapping and Value Stream Mapping – Current State
Hands-on Mapping Session
Analysing the Current State
Process Mapping and Value Stream Mapping – Future State
Hands-on Mapping Session
Achieving the Future State
Using Process Maps and Value Stream Maps to Identify Continuous Improvement Projects
Prioritising and Selecting Kaizen Projects
Developing a Kaizen Roadmap
Identify Project, Champion, Project Owner
Develop Project Charter
Develop Project Plan

Module 3 – Kaizen Project Implementation

Identify the Kaizen Project
Establish Project Structure
Prepare for the Kaizen Event
Agree on Objectives / Analyse background data / Map Current State for the Kaizen Project
Identify Areas for Improvement / Map Future State for the Kaizen Project
Cost / Benefit Analysis of Projects
Implement Future State Improvements
Evaluate Performance for Future State
Finalise Improvements and On-going Actions / Feedback
Post Project Review to Ensure Momentum has been Maintained
Follow up to Ensure Project Completion
Identify Further Areas for Improvement / Skills Development
Project Close-out
Project Presentation and Sharing of Learning Experience and Solutions by Project Team
Project Sponsor Presents Long-term Solution Ideas
Celebration of Achievement

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