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Lean Operational Strategy: Principles 1-6 from Laboratory Learning Solutions on Vimeo. In this module, we will review the 14 principles of the Toyota Way and discuss the 8 principles specifically applicable to laboratory processes: Long Term Philosophy (important, but not necessarily considered operational) Create a continuous process flow Use the pull system Level out the […]

Lean Operational Strategy: In Process Waste from Laboratory Learning Solutions on Vimeo. In this module, we will identify sources of waste through the process of a value stream map. We will discuss the 8 deadly waste referred to as DOWNTIME. Prior to applying the TPS operational principles to our laboratory processes, we must review, identify

Lean Operational Strategy: Intro from Laboratory Learning Solutions on Vimeo. We discuss the principles of the Toyota Production System (TPS) as Lean tools and methods for the development of a foundation for continuous improvement. We will learn the waste commonly encountered in the laboratory and will understand value vs. non value add waste, or otherwise known

Course Description In this course, we will learn Lean tools, fundamentals of work rules, practical examples and discuss the methodology referred to as 14 principles of the Toyota way. We will brainstorm the application of  8 of the 14 principles we call operational principles specifically adaptable to laboratory work flow. These Lean principles serve as

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