February 16-17, 2010
Two-day workshop centered around the Shingo Model, the Principles of Operational Excellence, an overview of Principles, Systems and Tools, and valuable “how-to” training on conducting an Internal Self Assessment.

Formerly Shingo 101.
Presented by South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance and The Shingo Prize Learn More

March 15-16, 2010
Two-day workshop centered around the Shingo Model, the Principles of Operational Excellence, an overview of Principles, Systems and Tools, and valuable “how-to” training on conducting an Internal Self Assessment.

Formerly Shingo 101.
Presented by The Manufacturing Institute and The Shingo Prize. Learn More

Advanced Shingo Approach to Operational Excellence is for active Shingo Prize Examiners only and has two primary objectives: to enhance the skill set of the Shingo Prize Examiners, and to ensure a high level of consistency and calibration of the assessment methodology and scoring procedures. In this course you will review updates to The Shingo Prize Model and Guidelines through an online guided self study. You will also have an opportunity to evaluate an achievement report and to sit with an interactive assessment team and provide feedback to the company.
* Shingo Examiners please call Ha at 435-797-3812 for discount code. Learn More

Course participants will gain a grounded understanding of the fundamental methodologies and tools used in Lean organizations. Unlike other Lean Introduction courses, this course is designed to demonstrate the strong interconnection that Lean tools have with Lean principles. This combination of know-how (tools and techniques) and know-why (Lean principles) brings a more complete understanding of how to apply them in a real-world setting.

Throughout the course, the participant will learn to recognize the value of Lean in their organization. They will learn to see the benefits of implementing Lean tools and techniques beyond traditional production systems. This introduction course will expose the participant to a broad range of Lean concepts and principles.
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The achievement report is the primary document that Shingo Prize examiners use to assess your organization. Creating an effective report framework and telling your story can sometimes be a challenge. This course will share some best practices and also common pitfalls in writing an Achievement Report.
Length: 1 hour Learn More