The Greenbelt Service Winter class tackled one of their hardest modules last week. They worked really hard mastering process-time reduction. Take a look at what they have been up to.
Monday, February 27, 2017
Thursday, February 23, 2017
Throw Back Thursday -Japan Lean Tour Flashmob
Thursday means .. Throw Back Thursday!
Japan Lean program 2014 members were challenged to perform a Flashmob dance in a busy tourist district in Tokyo! The purpose of doing the Flashmob is to let our program members step out of their comfort zone and be comfortable with themselves in different cultures and situations.
Here is the clip. Keep on watching as there is a special guest towards the end!
Here is the clip. Keep on watching as there is a special guest towards the end!
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
Coaches Headed to Europe!
Our coaches headed to Europe to do some special training this week.
They are all looking very sharp!!
They are all looking very sharp!!
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
Kansha - Expressing Gratitude
“When we become more fully aware that our success is due in large measure to the loyalty, helpfulness, and encouragement we have received from others, our desire grows to pass on similar gifts. Gratitude spurs us on to prove ourselves worthy of what others have done for us. The spirit of gratitude is a powerful energizer.” — Wilferd A. Peterson
Monday, February 20, 2017
Treehouse Greenbelt Operations Winter 2017 kick-off!
Last week the Treehouse Operations Winter 2017 class kicked off their module 1. Scroll through to see what they have been up to!
Thursday, February 16, 2017
Upcoming Fall Blackbelt & Greenbelt
We are happy to announce that our Fall Blackbelt and Greenbelt Programs have been decided in Vancouver!
Following are the dates:
Following are the dates:
PROGRAM NAME | MODULES | DATES |
Blackbelt Vancouver Fall 2017 |
Module 1: Lean Strategy and Assessment | September 11th-15th |
Module 2: Lean Supply Chain | October 2nd - 6th | |
Module 3: Japan Benchmarking Tour | October 30th - November 3rd | |
Module 4: Extreme Makeover | December 4th - 8th | |
Greenbelt Service Vancouver Fall 2017 |
Module 1: 5S | September 18th - 22nd |
Module 2: Process Time Reduction | October 16th - 20th | |
Module 3: Value Innovation | November 13th - 17th | |
Greenbelt Hybrid Toronto Fall 2017 |
Module 1: 5S | September 18th - 22nd |
Module 2: Cycle Time Reduction | October 16th - 20th | |
Module 3: Value Innovation | November 13th - 17th | |
Greenbelt Operations Vancouver Fall 2017 |
Module 1: 5S | September 25th - 29th |
Module 2: Cycle Time Reduction | October 23rd - 27th | |
Module 3: Lean Office Kaizen | November 27th - December 1st | |
Greenbelt Hybrid Vancouver Fall 2017 |
Module 1: 5S | October 2nd - 6th |
Module 2: Cycle Time Reduction | November 6th - 10th | |
Module 3: Value Innovation | December 4th - 8th |
Please contact Angelia Aizawa for more details.
Tuesday, February 14, 2017
Blackbelt Vancouver 2017 Spring Kick Off!
Wednesday, February 8, 2017
The Power of Simplicity
A hallmark of Lean Thinking is simplicity. We can address simplicity in the physical aspects of our jobs or processes. For example, placing our tools within close reach makes it easier for us to do our job (5S). This may mean rearranging the work area but in doing so we address one of the eight types of waste - unnecessary movement. Sounds too simple (no pun intended)? You'd be surprised how much easier and more efficiently a job can be completed.
Simplicity can be applied to intangible aspects of a business too, and often we see how effective the results can be.
A real world example is Ford's "One Ford" campaign, involving the integration of "its international units and simplification of its global structure. Ford was profitable despite industry woes in the first part of 2008 and did not require government assistance."
A non-convoluted process will win your customers' loyalty too. Making it simple for your customers shows respect for their time and makes your organization transparent. Needless to say, this will have positive effects on the underlying relationship you have with your customers.
Sources:
Harvard Business Review Blog
The Next Big Thing
In Simplicity We Trust
Monday, February 6, 2017
Weekly Hansei: Quality is Everyone's Responsibility
Building a culture of catching small problems before they become big problems is crucial to success. In this way you’re working towards success a little bit at a time every day. Suddenly what may have seemed like a daunting task to begin with is completely manageable.
How can you empower your teammates to be co-responsible for quality?
Wednesday, February 1, 2017
Upcoming Lean Programs/Tours 2017 Pt2
Japan Tour Bench Marking Tour 2017
Spring Dates: April 17th - April 21st
Fall Dates: October 30th - November 3rd
The Japan Lean tour is intentionally designed to provide both educational and
cultural exposure to Japan through various plant tours and historical sites. Tours
are arranged with such big hitters as Toyota and its suppliers, but also with smaller
players that can showcase different levels of Lean implementation.
Japan Lean program members were challenged to perform a Flashmob dance in a busy tourist district in Tokyo! The purpose of doing the Flashmob is to let our program members step out of their comfort zone and be comfortable with themselves in different cultures and situations.
Here is the clip from 2015!!!
Spring Dates: April 17th - April 21st
Fall Dates: October 30th - November 3rd
The Japan Lean tour is intentionally designed to provide both educational and
cultural exposure to Japan through various plant tours and historical sites. Tours
are arranged with such big hitters as Toyota and its suppliers, but also with smaller
players that can showcase different levels of Lean implementation.
Japan Lean program members were challenged to perform a Flashmob dance in a busy tourist district in Tokyo! The purpose of doing the Flashmob is to let our program members step out of their comfort zone and be comfortable with themselves in different cultures and situations.
Here is the clip from 2015!!!
Florida Lean Benchmarking Tour 2017
Dates: November 13th - November 15th
There is no better way to understand the power of Lean than to see it in action. The Florida Lean Benchmarking Tour has been designed for those who wish to update and benchmark their knowledge in Lean.
You can check out our Jacksonville Florida Lean Benchmarking Tour - February 2015 !!
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