Lean Manufacturing is pioneering a new competitive model for businesses to operate more profitably. Organizations are finding benefits in the application of Lean principles from retail sales and financial institutions all the way to healthcare providers. Why not in your organization? Enna knows whether your organization is just beginning to adopt Lean Thinking or is well on its Lean Enterprise Transformation, it is necessary to show your company’s commitment to Kaizen (Continuous Improvement) by training all staff in the fundamentals of Lean. Enna has developed a comprehensive solution for just this reason. By communicating the fundamental elements of Lean Manufacturing and the history of Lean your people will understand why change is necessary and how they can assist in the change process.

“Enna’s Overview of Lean package has made a huge difference in the speed
and capabilities of our training programs. We are able to use this program
as part of our orientation and training for all new staff.”
Jeremy Willard
President, Percara Enterprises

The Overview of Lean Solution Package has been designed not only to train staff in the principles of Lean, but create the understanding needed to commit to a Lean Transformation. Make the most of our comprehensive facilitator guide combining it with the fully interactive presentation to train employees. Use our line up of visual / training aids for visual reminders of concepts. Included as well, is a factory Flow Simulation and "7 wastes" observation form to solidify the learning experience. This comprehensive training package is action oriented to ensure successful learning and communication of Lean Manufacturing principles.

Overview of Lean Training Outline

1. Overview of Lean Manufacturing

• Review the history of Lean
• Learn Lean Methodology
• Study the components of Lean

2. Understanding the 7 Wastes

• Lean Manufacturing and the 7 Wastes of Operations
• Understanding the 7 Wastes

3.Simulation and Exercise

• A guide to Flow Simulation
• The 7 Wastes Observation Exercise

The Overview of Lean Solution Package contains the following:

• Overview of Lean: Facilitator Guide (1) – Comprehensive, easy to use facilitator guide for training employees the principles of Lean Manufacturing and topics surrounding implementation.
• Overview of Lean: Preparation Guide (1) – This guide prepares the facilitator for the workshop and is only available with the purchase of the solution package. The guide contains a systematic approach to preparing and executing successful Overview of Lean Workshops. It helps the trainer prepare for the event, is a reference manual for timing, scheduling, and the overall process of the workshop.
• Overview of Lean: Facilitator Digital Media CD (1) – Designed using Flash technology, the presentation is a cut above anything that could be designed in PowerPoint. Latest technology in presentation format using dynamic formatting and projection of image and content.
• Overview of Lean: Flow Simulation Application (1) – It simulates the progression from traditional batch production to one piece flow and the benefits realized. The exercise is centered on the use of Enna’s Flow Program. This is an interactive program that works along with the simulation exercise to display the results of each round of the flow exercise in a visual manner.
• Overview of Lean: Participant Workbook (8) – Designed with the participants in mind, this workbook will be used during the workshop and retained for reference. The workbook combines information, illustrations, key questions, and space for notes. Includes a self assessment form.
• Overview of Lean: 7 Wastes Observation Form (1) – An 8.5 X 11 pad of forms used during the waste observation exercise portion of the workshop.
• Just In Time: Poster (2) – A full color visual aid to be used during training and posted in work areas as a reference to the Just In Time (JIT) principles.
• 7 Wastes of Operations: Poster (2) – A full color visual aid to be used during training and posted in work areas to remind staff to continuously eliminate waste.

What is in your Overview of Lean package?

• Our Package includes one Facilitator Guide, one digital media CD, one workshop Preparation Guide,4 lean posters, eight participant workbooks, and 7 Wastes Observation Forms.

I am in charge of the continuous improvement program in my facility; how will your package help me do my job?

• The Overview of Lean Solution Package will assist you in:
  • Training employees
  • Involving your employees
  • Creating organizational buy in
  • Utilizing common language and principles that employees will use to improve their areas
• Enna’s Overview of Lean program is easily scalable and reusable. The Overview of Lean Refill Packs may be used to expand your lean training program to every area of the plant including the offices/administration areas.

Why should we internalize our Lean Overview training?

• Sending employees off-site or bringing in an external expert to implement lean training can be expensive. Having an internal employee train staff with Enna’s Overview of Lean Solution Package will save your company thousands of dollars.

Should I have a workbook for each participant?

• Enna recommends purchasing an Overview of Lean Participant Workbook for each person involved in order to maximize their experience. The workbook is integral to the presentation and workshop as it provides insight, suggestions, asks key questions and includes a self-assessment form to solidify retention of main concepts. It also allows employees to document their experiences, and may be used as a reference tool after the training and workshop has ended.

Why should I use Enna’s Overview of Lean Solution Package instead of other Overview of Lean products?

• Enna products are high quality and provide the greatest value for your dollar. Other companies’ products do not compare in quality, format of information and/or are not designed for the actual implementation and sustainment of continuous improvement programs. Enna products are designed with the concept of “Knowledge into Practice™”.

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