Laboratory

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In this module, we will identify sources of waste through the process of a value stream map. Lean Operational Strategy: In Process Waste from Laboratory Learning Solutions on Vimeo. 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: Description from Laboratory Learning Solutions on Vimeo. Course Description We discuss the 14 principles of the Toyota Production System (TPS) as Lean tools and methods for the development of a foundation for continuous improvement. We explain the process of adapting 8 of the 14 principles noted as operational. We illustrate how waste free

In this module, we will identify sources of waste through the process of a value stream map. Lecture: Operational Lean Strategy-Lean Principles 1-6 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)

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