DESCRIPTION
 

The Lean Manufacturing Primer PPT is a facilitation‑ready training resource designed for consultants, trainers, and professionals who want to deliver impactful Lean sessions with confidence. This deck combines practitioner‑built credibility with structured learning flow, authoritative definitions, and interactive activities. It introduces the foundations of Lean, explores the Toyota Production System, explains the five Lean principles, and provides practical tools for waste elimination and process improvement. Each section is sequenced for clarity, with one‑line takeaways to guide facilitation and reinforce learning. Real‑world industry applications, pitfalls, and success factors ensure participants connect theory to practice, while group exercises foster engagement and reflection. Unlike generic or AI‑generated decks, this primer reflects decades of consulting and training expertise, making it a trusted resource for organizations seeking to minimize waste, maximize value, and sustain a Lean culture.

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LEARNING OBJECTIVES

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By the end of this primer, participants will be able to:

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1. Explain the origins, philosophy, and principles of Lean Manufacturing.

2. Distinguish between value‑added and non‑value‑added activities, and identify the eight wastes.

3. Apply Lean methods and tools to improve productivity, flow, and quality.

4. Analyze industry examples to understand Lean's impact across manufacturing and service environments.

5. Define leadership roles and success factors required to sustain Lean culture and continuous improvement.

 

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CONTENTS

 

Section 1: Lean Manufacturing Foundations

• Lean Manufacturing Worldwide

• Why Lean Matters Today

• Evolution of TPS

• Toyota's Lean Philosophy

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Section 2: Introduction to Lean Manufacturing

• What is Lean?

• Misconceptions About Lean

• Five Lean Principles

• Formal Definition of Lean

• Value‑Added vs. Non‑Value‑Added Activities

• Lean in a Nutshell

• Lean Thinking Philosophy

• Industry Impact of Lean

 

Section 3: Process & Tools for Implementation

• Lean Framework (TPS Elements)

• Aligning Lean Elements

• Lean Productivity Strategies

• Waste Defined

• The Eight Wastes

• Waste Elimination Process

• Activity 1: Identify Waste

• Lean Methods & Tools

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Section 4: Pitfalls & Success Factors

• Mindset Shifts for Lean Thinking

• Common Pitfalls in Lean

• Role of Management

• Success Factors for Lean

• Activity 2: Issues & Challenges

• Sustaining Lean – Practitioner Insights

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About the OEC Primer Series
 

Developed by Operational Excellence Consulting, each Primer is designed to be facilitation‑ready, practical, and credible. Unlike generic training materials, our Primer Series is built by practitioners with decades of transformation experience, ensuring every deck combines clear frameworks, proven tools, and interactive activities. This consistency across topics (5S, Kaizen, Lean, Problem Solving, Design Thinking, and more) makes the series a trusted resource for consultants, trainers, and organizations seeking structured, high‑impact learning.

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You may also be interested in the following training presentations (sold separately):

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1. Lean Manufacturing Primer

2. Lean Manufacturing

3. Lean Office

4. Lean Thinking

5. Six Sigma Improvement Process

6. 5S Workplace Organization

7. 5S for the Office

8. Value Stream Mapping