Course Outline

Kaizen Philosophy and Mindset

  • Foundational principles and behaviours
  • Why small, continuous change matters
  • Kaizen in daily operations

Continuous Improvement vs Problem-Solving

  • Proactive vs reactive approaches
  • Identifying improvement opportunities
  • Balancing long-term gains with operational needs

Kaizen Tools and Techniques

  • Overview of key CI tools
  • Selecting tools for different improvement needs
  • Applying tools consistently in teams

Root Cause Analysis

  • Using the 5 Whys method
  • Constructing Ishikawa diagrams
  • Identifying and validating underlying causes

The PDCA Cycle

  • Planning effective improvements
  • Executing and monitoring changes
  • Reviewing results and standardising successful practices

Quick Wins vs Strategic Kaizen

  • Choosing the right scope for improvements
  • Defining measurable outcomes
  • Prioritising initiatives for impact

Building a Culture of Continuous Improvement

  • Encouraging staff involvement at all levels
  • Structuring meetings and communication for improvement success
  • Recognition, feedback and sustaining momentum

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • An understanding of basic operational or process concepts
  • Experience with team-based workflows or improvement initiatives
  • Familiarity with organisational procedures and communication structures

Audience

  • Operational teams and supervisors
  • Process improvement and quality specialists
  • Managers seeking to introduce or reinforce continuous improvement practices
 4 Hours

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