Process – Leanwork Consulting

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How we work at Leanworks

We know the solutions, once we understand your processes

#1 // Initial Assessment and Diagnosis

Understand the Client’s Needs:

Meet with key stakeholders to understand the organization’s goals, challenges, and expectations.

Data Collection:

Gather quantitative and qualitative data on current processes, performance metrics, and pain points.

Process Mapping:

Create detailed maps of existing workflows and processes to visualize the current state.

#2 // Identify Waste and Areas for Improvement

Value Stream Mapping (VSM):

Use VSM to identify and analyse the flow of materials and information, highlighting non-value-adding activities (waste).

Identify Types of Waste:

Classify waste into categories such as overproduction, waiting, transportation, extra processing, inventory, motion, and defects (the seven types of waste).

#3 // Develop a Lean Implementation Plan

Set Objectives and Targets

Define specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals for the lean initiative.

Select Lean Tools and Techniques

Choose appropriate lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, Just-in-Time (JIT), and others to address identified waste and inefficiencies.

Create a Roadmap

Develop a step-by-step action plan for implementing lean improvements, including timelines, responsibilities, and milestones.

#4 //Implementation and Execution

Pilot Projects

Start with pilot projects to test and refine lean solutions on a smaller scale before full-scale implementation.

Training and Coaching

Provide training and workshops to employees at all levels to ensure understanding and buy-in of lean principles and tools.

Standard Work

Establish standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices to maintain consistency and sustain improvements.

#5 // Monitor and Sustain Improvements

Performance Metrics

Set up key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and measure the impact of lean initiatives.

Regular Audits

Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure adherence to lean practices and identify new areas for improvement.

Continuous Improvement (Kaizen)

Foster a culture of continuous improvement where employees are encouraged to suggest and implement incremental changes.

#6 // Review and Adjust

Feedback Loop

Collect feedback from employees, customers, and other stakeholders to evaluate the effectiveness of lean initiatives.

Adjust and Refine

Make necessary adjustments to strategies, tools, and processes based on feedback and performance data.

#7 // Documentation and Reporting

Document Changes

Keep thorough documentation of changes made, lessons learned, and best practices developed during the lean transformation.

Reporting

Provide regular reports to stakeholders on progress, achievements, and areas requiring further attention

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