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Lean Fundamentals (LEAN)
Lean Fundamentals training introduces the principles of Lean and the overall importance of focusing on what adds value to the and provides candidates methods to recognize wastes in processes as well...
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$1,600 USD
Duration
3 days
Course Code
2108
Available Formats
Virtual, Classroom
Overview
Lean Fundamentals training introduces the principles of Lean and the overall importance of focusing on what adds value to the and provides candidates methods to recognize wastes in processes as well as identify barriers to flow and implement pull in their current processes.
A project Certification is required to become a Lean Agent and this project is a real process improvement that the candidates choose to implement for their current employer.
Note: The Lean Fundamentals Live Instructor course is scheduled as a three-day course taking place from Tuesday to Thursday from 10 am to 4 pm Eastern Time. The available class dates show the first and last day of the course. For example, a class date of Tuesday, March 11, 2025 thru Thursday, March 13.
Note: The Lean Fundamentals On-Demand course takes about 20 hours of training with 6-month access to complete it at your own pace. This is a self-paced format with 24/7 access, fully online, and you need an internet connection. You can register and start training whenever you want. There is no live engagement with the instructor during the training portion, but you have an email where you can ask questions for follow-up if necessary. Remote mentoring time for the project certification is included.
Skills Gained
- Recognize that Lean and Six Sigma are very compatible systems that function more effectively as a cohesive unit
- Gain the skills necessary to utilize Lean methodologies that reduce cycle times and improve productivity and quality
- Establish robust Value Stream Maps for any process
Who Can Benefit
The Lean Fundamentals program is for professionals looking to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance processes in any industry.
Prerequisites
The Lean Fundamentals program does not have prerequisites as Lean Introduction concepts are covered.
Course Details
1. Introduction
- Course Overview
- Introduction to Lean
- Linkage to Six Sigma
2. Lean Mentality: Muda (Waste) Elimination
- The Hidden Office/Factory
- Seven Types of Waste
- Eliminating Waste
3. Mapping the Value Stream
- Value Stream Mapping
- Different Types of Maps
- Foundation for Lean Events
4. Lean Events
- Kaizen
- Running a Typical Five Day (or Shorter) Event
5. Constraints
- Finding the Bottlenecks in a Process Flow
6. Flow and TAKT Time
- Movement Through the Value Stream
- Rate or Rhythm of Flow Through each Process
7. Pull Systems and Kanban
- All Activity is Pulled by Customer Demand
- Simple Visual Signals
8. 5S Implementation
- A Systematic Approach to Organizing the Work Space
- NOT Just Housekeeping!
9. Poka Yoke (Mistake Proofing)
- Reducing the Opportunity for Human Errors to Affect the Process
10. Lean Management Principles
- How to Make it Happen and Make it Last in an Organization
11. Job Instruction Training
- Transferring Knowledge in a Quality Process
Schedule
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Dec 9, 2025 - Dec 11, 2025 (3 days)
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Does the course schedule include a Lunchbreak?
Classes typically include a 1-hour lunch break around midday. However, the exact break times and duration can vary depending on the specific class. Your instructor will provide detailed information at the start of the course.
What languages are used to deliver training?
Most courses are conducted in English, unless otherwise specified. Some courses will have the word "FRENCH" marked in red beside the scheduled date(s) indicating the language of instruction.
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As a vendor-authorized training partner, we offer a curriculum that our partners have vetted. We use the same course materials and facilitate the same labs as our vendor-delivered training. These courses are considered the gold standard and, as such, are priced accordingly.
Is the training too basic, or will you go deep into technology?
It depends on your requirements, your role in your company, and your depth of knowledge. The good news about many of our learning paths, you can start from the fundamentals to highly specialized training.
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Ascendient Learning instructors have an average of 27 years of practical IT experience and have also served as consultants for an average of 15 years. To stay current, instructors spend at least 25 percent of their time learning new, emerging technologies and courses.
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