Lean Thinking

Discover the principles of lean thinking and acquire practical tools to eliminate waste and improve supply chain performance.

16/10/2026

START DATE

8 hours

COURSE DURATION

9 – 6

HOURS

09/10/2026

REGISTRATION BY

Hybrid

IN THE CLASSROOM AT VIA JAN PALACH, 55, MODENA | REMOTELY ON MICROSOFT TEAMS

Directions

Funding

Courses fundable through Interprofessional Funds

The course can be funded through Funds: please let us know during registration or contact us.

Promotion

−10% on multiple registrations

Applicable for two or more participants from the same company for the same course

Courses are confirmed only upon reaching the minimum number of participants.

Each course adopts the Learning by Doing method, which prioritizes learning through practice.

Who is it for?

For those who want to introduce Lean principles into business processes

Production Managers
Production Directors
Plant Managers
Logistics Managers
Logistics Staff

Prerequisites

There are no necessary prerequisites.

What you will learn

Principles and tools to improve processes with a Lean approach

You will be able to understand the principles of Lean Thinking
You will be able to identify waste within processes
You will be able to apply the concept of continuous improvement (Kaizen)
You will be able to design more efficient pull-based flows
You will be able to understand how the Just in Time system works
You will be able to use visual management tools to improve process control

Program

Fundamentals of Lean Thinking and Lean Production

Module 1 Lean Thinking, Kaizen, and Continuous Improvement

Introduction to the origins of lean thinking, its fundamental principles, and the concept of Kaizen as a lever for continuous improvement.

Module 2 Value, Waste, and the 8 Mudas

Definition of value, identification of waste, and analysis of the 8 mudas as fundamental elements of the Lean approach.

Module 3 Lean Thinking Applied to the Supply Chain

Analysis of the need to extend Lean principles to the entire supply chain to improve flows and performance.

Module 4 Designing the Lean Logistics System

In-depth study of logistics system design according to lean production principles.

Module 5 From Push to Pull

Analysis of the differences between Push and Pull systems and the benefits derived from adopting Pull logic.

Module 6 The Temple of Just in Time

In-depth study of the concepts of continuous flow, takt time, Pull System, and zero defects.

Module 7 Visual Management

Analysis of Visual Management objectives, its application to the 5Ms, and key operational examples.

Module 8 Exercises and operational simulations

Practical application of concepts through learning-by-doing activities, simulations, and guided exercises.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Is this course suitable for those new to Lean?

Yes, the course is designed as an introduction to the fundamental principles and tools of Lean Thinking.

Will waste and continuous improvement topics be covered?

Yes, the course delves into the 8 mudas, Kaizen, and the main continuous improvement techniques.

Will Lean applied to the Supply Chain be discussed?

Yes, the program addresses the extension of Lean principles to the entire supply chain.

Are there practical activities included?

Yes, the course includes exercises and simulations to concretely apply the concepts presented.

Request information

Do you want to introduce Lean principles into your organization?

Contact us to receive the complete course program and discover how to improve processes, flows, and performance through Lean Thinking.

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Lean Thinking

16/10/2026

8 hours

9 – 6

09/10/2026

Hybrid

Funding

Courses fundable through Interprofessional Funds

Promotion

−10% on multiple registrations

For those who want to introduce Lean principles into business processes

Prerequisites

Principles and tools to improve processes with a Lean approach

Fundamentals of Lean Thinking and Lean Production

FAQ

Do you want to introduce Lean principles into your organization?

Deepen your understanding of Lean tools and flow optimization

Internal Logistics

Value Stream Mapping

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