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Lean Process Improvement focuses on streamlining operations by identifying and eliminating waste, improving productivity, and enhancing customer value. Explore effective methodologies for optimizing performance with Group50u2019s proven 5-phase lean deployment strategy.
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WHAT ARE THE 5 PHASES OF LEAN DEPLOYMENT? For those that choose Lean Deployment, the following 5 Phases, which follow the DMAIC process, are required: Phase 1 – Exploration Phase 2 – Establishing the Foundation Phase 3 – Expansion and Focus Phase 4 – Integration and Reinforcement Phase 5 – Reinforcement and Momentum
The principles of lean include: Identifying and understanding value from the customer’s perspective. Creating flow in the process by eliminating bottlenecks and delays. Building in quality from the start, through continuous improvement and testing. Creating a culture of continuous learning and experimentation. Establishing a pull-based system where production is driven by actual customer demand. Pursuing perfection by constantly looking for ways to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.
In such an undertaking, company’s want to make sure that the Lean Deployment is properly focused on the requirements of the future state of the business. It is usually easy to establish the “what” which can be guided by Level 1 of Group50’s Business Hierarchy of Needs® as shown below: • Objectives we want to meet: • The company’s Most Important Goal • Strategic Objectives • Issues we want to address. • Operational gaps • Strategic gaps • Organizational gaps • Create more value for customers with fewer resources. • Lowering cost • Meeting regulatory requirements • Others
A Lean Deployment plan needs to satisfy the following considerations: Education: Application: Communication and Continuing Education: Lean Infrastructure: Time frame: Results:
Encourages Growth A Lean Deployment throughout an organization requires a methodical approach that includes education and planning. Done incorrectly, a Lean Deployment will be just another flavor of the month casualty that will not move the strategic needle forward. That is why many companies choose to work with a Lean expert to help with the development of a business case for Lean and to help guide its Lean Deployment. At Group50® Consulting, we are committed to help you build the business case for a business wide approach to Lean and to its effective deployment. You can talk to a Lean Business or Lean Manufacturing expert by sending a note to info@group50.com, calling +1 (626) 644-9746 or requesting more information here.
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