The Lean Lego Game Workshop
Date: 12th July 2018
Location: Halton Stadium, Lower House Lane, Widnes WA8 7DZ
Time:
7:30am -
2:00pm
Theme:
Operational efficiency
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Manufacturers looking to eliminate waste and increase efficiency are invited to this free workshop. During the interactive session attendees will identify changes in production which will increase productivity and reduce inventory.
Working in groups delegates will operate a virtual production line and understand how Lean techniques can improve the process to beat the clock - and take back new skills to your business.
By the end of the workshop participants will:
- Understand the theory of 8 wastes in manufacturing
- Be able to identify the 8 wastes in their own processes
- Be equipped to propose improvements that will deliver results
Why should I attend?
To learn techniques to identify wastes and eliminate them from your operation - helping you to create capacity, drive productivity and improve business performance.
Who should attend?
- Business owners or leaders looking to implement change
- Production/Operations managers or leaders
- Established operatives in your business
*Please note that the workshop is exclusively for SME Manufacturing businesses. Non manufacturers will not be permitted to attend
Agenda
| 07.30 | Registration, networking and breakfast |
| 08.00 | Welcome, housekeeping and group introductions |
| 08.20 | The Manufacturing Growth Fund |
| 08.30 | Introduction to Lean manufacturing and the 8 Wastes |
| 09.00 | The Lego Workshop Part 1 |
| 10.00 | Group feedback with refreshments |
| 10.15 | The Lego Workshop Part 2 |
| 11.00 | Group feedback |
| 11.15 | The Lego Workshop Part 3 |
| 12.00 | Workshop feedback, review of lean techniques and implementation planning with working lunch |
| 13.30 | Clinic with manufacturing advisors – how to access funding or support for your business |
| 14.00 | Event close |