This is an introductory Workshop to LEAN. It also serves as Phase 1 of a full LEAN Programme for Businesses that decide to proceed with the Programme.

Workshop Agenda for Phase 1

• Welcome and Introduction
• Understanding Lean Principles: Value and Waste
• Practical Strategies for Cost Savings through Waste Elimination
•  Breakout Session 1: Identifying Value-Added and Non-Value-Added Activities
• Increasing Capacity by Focusing on Value Creation
• Breakout Session 2: Mapping the Process
• Q&A and Next Steps 

What Happens After the Phase 1 Workshop?

Qualified companies from Phase 1 can apply for Phase 2. Phase 2 is a full LEAN Programme, where a dedicated coach will work with you one-on-one for 5 x ½ days to apply your learnings and implement lean tools and cost-saving projects directly in your business.

What You’ll Gain from a LEAN Programme

• Enhanced Efficiency: Streamline your operations and eliminate waste, leading to faster processes and reduced delays.
• Cost Savings: Discover practical strategies to cut costs and increase profits, with our past participants saving an average of €49,727 per company.
• Increased Capacity: Boost your business’s capacity by 26% and manage your resources more effectively.
• Improved Quality: Deliver higher quality products or services by building quality into your processes from the start.
• Employee Engagement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork, leading to higher employee satisfaction and productivity.
• Customer Satisfaction: Consistently meet and exceed customer expectations, enhancing loyalty and satisfaction.

Why Choose This Programme?

• Proven Success: In the last 3 years 129 Cork & Kerry Businesses saved € 4,359,330 and reported average capacity increases of 25.1%
• Hands-On Learning: This isn’t just a passive workshop. Engage in breakout sessions, lively discussions, and group activities with cameras on and full participation.
• Expert Guidance: Led by Stuart Nelson & Eamon McKenna of Jigsaw Better Business, you’ll receive expert insights and personalized advice.
• Tailored for Small Businesses: Specifically designed for businesses trading for at least 6 months with a turnover of over €30,000.

Is This Programme for You?

If you’re looking to:

• Increase competitiveness
• Improve delivery times and productivity
• Understand and reduce waste
• Enhance data and administrative processes
• Streamline your workflow
• Improve layout and reduce congestion

Then this program is a perfect fit for you.

Feedback from Past Participants

• “We are being challenged in every visit and growing each time.”
• “Our coach is excellent at drawing out how I need to look at my work, and I’ve already started seeing progress.”
• “The changes are being realized immediately.”
• “We have worked on a process flow map that will benefit us for years to come.”
• “By implementing the new system, we completely changed our way of working.”
• “There is a greater sense of calm and control in running the business!”
• “I am impressed by the collaborative way the trainers and coaches promote the process to a small business.”
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