Onsite Kaizen Workshop Corporate Training

Our training approach is unique in that it allows for flexibility while maintaining the integrity of the principles being taught.  Our model is based on utilizing expert Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belts to facilitate training in a mixture of classroom, workshop, and one-on-one settings.  We believe that training should coincide with real time application of the Kaizen tools and techniques being taught.  Therefore, we have developed what we feel is a best in class method of teaching the principles of Kaizen as they are being applied by the organization’s resources so learning and application efficiency is increased.

Course Overview
Kaizen is a problem solving event that applies process improvement in a structured setting.  The goal of Kaizen is to eliminate activities in processes that add cost but do not add value. A Kaizen Event is attended by the owners and operators of a process to make improvements to that process which are within the scope of the process participants.   Kaizen Events are an extremely efficient method to quickly improve poor performing processes.  If done correctly, Kaizen events are accomplished in 5 days or less. 

This course is built around teaching key tools and techniques of Kaizen as well as real application to enhance learning.  Kaizen principles are trained and then applied through a hands-on Kaizen Event Simulation Case Study.  The training course is very interactive and emphasizes problem solving and presentation of outcomes.  The course is 2 days in duration which includes many exercises to practice and apply key concepts and tools learned.  When completed, course participants will have a solid foundation on how to successfully facilitate their own Kaizen Events.  Acuity’s Kaizen Workshop training course is the most complete program available in the marketplace.

Participant Training Kit Inclusions: Provided to Each Course Attendee

Printed Course Book: Includes 150+ pages of Kaizen tools and techniques, exercises, and the Kaizen Event Simulation Case Study to facilitate learning of principles and completion of simulation deliverables.

Electronic Course Book – eBook: The eBook contains all the same content as the printed course book, is fully searchable and indexed.  It contains various links to assist the user in quickly navigating to key tools and concepts. (Please note, to protect the electronic intellectual property of the materials, the user will not be able to copy from the eBook.) 

Simco International Products - Kaizen Event Simulation Case Study:  The simulation is based on a hypothetical service/transactional company that faces many of the same problems companies are dealing with today.  The simulation is designed to illustrate an entire Kaizen Event through every phase of the Kaizen PDCA methodology.  You will complete challenging exercises which build on previously learned tools and concepts taught in this course.  When complete, you will have a significant perspective on what true Kaizen business improvement means.   There is no comparison of this simulation in the marketplace today.

KaizenToolkit: This toolkit assists you in keeping focused on your Kaizen work and not creating “templates”.  The Toolkit includes 15 common templates used throughout the Kaizen process.  For ease of use, the templates can be downloaded directly to your computer.  The templates are developed in common formats (MS Word, MS Excel or MS PowerPoint).  Included Templates: Agenda, Charter, Communication Plan, Data Collection Plan, Five Whys, Implementation Plan, Kaizen Deliverables Checklist, Materials Checklist, Monitoring Plan, Process Value Analysis, Quick Win Opportunities, Response Plan, SIPOC, Solution Selection Matrix, Pre-Kaizen Task List.

Kaizen Workshop Certification Exam: Acuity Institute’s Kaizen Workshop Certification Exam is the standard for Kaizen Certification.  Many companies strive for quality and what better way to show your commitment then to achieve your Kaizen Workshop Certificate of Completion.  The following highlights the Kaizen Workshop Certification Exam. 

• The exam is administered online.  Students will need to have an active internet connection to complete the exam. 
• The exam is made up of a total of 40 multiple choice, true/false, and problem solving questions.
• Students have a maximum of 60 minutes to complete the entire exam.
• A passing grade of 80% or more is needed to receive the Kaizen Workshop Certificate of Completion.

Acuity Institute’s Kaizen Workshop onsite training course is the most complete program available in the marketplace.  Contact Us for course options and pricing.