LEAN TRAINING
FREE TOYOTA WAY TRAINING
The Free Toyota Way Fundamentals Training introduces the core concepts of the Toyota Way, including the 4P Model, key historical context, and all 14 foundational principles. It’s the perfect starting point for anyone looking to understand Lean thinking and begin transforming their organization.
TOYOTA WAY FIELDBOOK TRAINING
The Full Toyota Way Fieldbook Training is a comprehensive, step-by-step program that teaches you how to apply all 14 Toyota Way principles. It goes beyond theory to provide practical tools, real-world examples, a certificate of completion, and the kind of applied knowledge that sets you apart in any continuous improvement role.
STANDARDIZED WORK TRAINING
Standardized Work is the documented best-known method for safely, efficiently, and consistently performing a task or process. It forms the foundation for training, continuous improvement, and maintaining quality across operations.
5 WHY & ISHIKAWA DIAGRAM
The 5 Why method is a simple yet powerful technique used to identify the root cause of a problem by repeatedly asking “why” until the underlying issue is uncovered. The Ishikawa Diagram, also known as the Fishbone Diagram, visually maps out possible causes of a problem, helping teams categorize and analyze contributing factors in a structured way.
5S METHOD & THE RED TAG SYSTEM
5S is a workplace organization method that stands for Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain—designed to create clean, efficient, and safe work environments. The Red Tag System is part of the Sort phase, where unnecessary items are identified with red tags for evaluation, relocation, or disposal to reduce clutter and improve efficiency.
VALUE STREAM MAPPING (VSM)
Value Stream Mapping is a visual tool used to analyze and design the flow of materials and information required to bring a product or service to the customer. It helps identify waste, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities across the entire process from start to finish.
KAIZEN & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
Kaizen, or continuous improvement, is the practice of making small, incremental changes to processes that collectively lead to significant long-term gains. It empowers employees at all levels to identify problems and suggest improvements, fostering a culture of proactive problem-solving and engagement.
A3 PROBLEM SOLVING & PDCA
A3 problem solving is a structured method that uses a single sheet of paper to guide teams through defining a problem, analyzing root causes, and proposing countermeasures. It follows the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle to ensure improvements are thoughtfully planned, tested, and continuously refined.
WASTE IDENTIFICATION & ELIMINATION
Waste identification and elimination focuses on recognizing non-value-added activities in processes—such as overproduction, waiting, and defects—that drain resources and reduce efficiency. By systematically removing these wastes, organizations can streamline operations, lower costs, and deliver greater value to the customer.
GEMBA and VISUAL FACTORY
Gemba refers to the "real place" where value is created—typically the shop floor—and encourages leaders to go and see operations firsthand to understand issues and support improvements. A visual factory uses clear, easy-to-understand signals like charts, color codes, and signs to communicate status, problems, and performance in real time, promoting transparency and accountability.
KANBAN SYSTEMS
Kanban is a visual scheduling system that controls the flow of work by signaling when to produce or replenish materials based on actual demand. It helps prevent overproduction, reduces inventory waste, and supports a smooth, pull-based workflow aligned with customer needs.
HOSHIN KANRI (POLICY DEPLOYMENT)
Hoshin Kanri, also known as policy deployment, is a strategic planning method that aligns an organization’s goals with its daily operations and improvement efforts. It ensures that everyone—from top leadership to the front lines—is working toward the same objectives through clear priorities, measurable targets, and structured follow-through.
LEAN SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT
For more information on custom Lean system development, reach out to us—we’ll help you create a fully tailored implementation strategy that aligns with your organization’s goals, supports your culture, and drives long-term success in Lean manufacturing.
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