Course Overview

The course explores and unpacks the foundational elements of Lean Operations and solidifies the thinking that integrating lean strategies into the operations management system is a fundamental foundational requirement. The underlying culture and value systems imbued within lean operations management are explored, including the characteristics of lean leadership which are pertinent to the success of entrenching lean principles and behaviour into organisations.

The exploration of lean execution case studies and examples from across the globe are delved into with both lean successes and failures discussed and challenged. The various elements of Lean Operations Management are then systematically unpacked; from effective problem solving and improvement (Kaizen), just in Time, Total Quality Management and Total Productive Maintenance. The 14 principles of the Liker's 4 P model, elements of Hoshin Kanri as well as the Lean Leadership Diamond Model, are also explored and engaged.

These learnings are consolidated through a series of lean simulation games and a factory-based exercise on the afternoon of the 12th of March 2026. The exercise leads to a learning and reflection, where participants will present their lean improvement ideas from the factory visit in syndicate teams. This last day is delivered via an online platform.

Using the insights developed throughout the course, lean operations, management processes are reviewed and scrutinised, providing course participants with interrogation skills that can be taken into their organisations for honing and furthering development.

Course Cost

The course costs R18 744 per participant. This is fully inclusive of all refreshments, teas and includes lunch over the three days, as well as stationery. The cost excludes accommodation.

Venue and Accommodation

The course is run at the TWIMS, 74 Everton Road, Kloof. Each day starts at 8:30 and concludes at 16:30. Accommodation is available on-site at an additional cost. Please click here for information on our accommodation.