Introduction to Standard Work Part I: Fundamentals
🗓️ Date: April 25, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00AM-11:30AM
❇️ Location: Via Zoom
💵 Cost: Free for Lean Jax members; $75 for Non-Members
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Workshop Overview
🟢 Join us on April 25, 2025, for Lean Jax’s upcoming virtual training workshop: Introduction to Standard Work Part I: Fundamentals.
🟢 This engaging session will introduce you to the core principles of Standard Work, a foundational Lean method that defines the best-known way to complete the steps of a process.
🟢 You'll learn how implementing Standard Work not only ensures process stability but also establishes a baseline for improvement, helps eliminate waste, and creates flow within your organization. By continuously elevating performance, Standard Work is essential for achieving consistent quality and maximizing value for your customers.
🟢 Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of this critical component of the Lean playbook!
✅ Overview of Standard Work: Develop a foundational understanding of Standard Work and its critical role in Lean systems.
✅ Understand How Standard Work Promotes a Lean Culture: Examine how Standard Work supports and reinforces a Lean culture within your organization.
✅ Engage in an Interactive Exercise: Experience the purpose and benefits of Standard Work through a hands-on activity.
✅ Explore Key Elements: Identify and understand Takt Time, Work Sequence, and Standard Work-in-Process Inventory.
✅ Apply Takt Time Calculation: Practice calculating Takt Time for different processes through a practical exercise.
✅ Analyze Key Standard Work Documents: Review various standard work documents that are essential for effective implementation.
✅ Learn from Case Studies: Explore real-world examples that illustrate the successful application of Standard Work in various environments.
✅ Set Up for Success in Part II: Reflect on key takeaways from this session that will prepare you for successful implementation in the next workshop.
Workshop Outline
Kickoff Activity: A dynamic icebreaker to set the tone and help participants connect with one another.
Introduction to Standard Work: Overview of the concept and importance of standard work for establishing process stability and setting a baseline for all improvement efforts.
Standard Pig Learning Exercise: An interactive learning activity that makes the case for standard work as the most indispensable component of the lean playbook.
The Three Elements of Standard Work: Detailed exploration of the three key elements: Takt Time, Work Sequence, and Standard Work-in-Process Inventory.
Hands-On Takt Time Exercise: Participants will calculate takt time for different processes using real-world scenarios.
Types of Standard Work Documents: In-depth examination of various standard work documents, including: Job Instruction Sheets, Process Capacity Charts, Operator Balance Charts, Standardized Work Combination Tables, and Standard Work Charts.
Standard Work Examples and Case Studies: Insights from various work environments to illustrate the practical application of standard work.
Next Steps: Recap key learnings from Part I and how they create a foundation for successful implementation by attending Part II.
Summary
Whether you’re just starting or looking to accelerate your Lean journey, this session offers practical insights, hands-on application, and real-world examples to help you build a strong foundation in Standard Work.
You'll gain the knowledge and skills not only to apply these principles yourself but also to guide others in creating effective Standard Work within your organization!
