! Lean Baseline Assessment
Lean is an assessment-based procedure. This means
that the implementation team uses interviews, flow
charts, process observation, and other data to generate a
situation or “current state” report. Specific changes and
recommendations for improvements are then detailed in
the assessment report.
! “Critical Mass” Training
Most lean implementation programs rely on training a
“critical mass” of employees in the basics of the
operating philosophy before implementing changes.
! Kaizen Teams
In lean programs, kaizen teams make specific changes
to address bottlenecks or constraint areas. By using the
lessons learned from these experiences, lean
implementation can then spread to other areas of the
operation.