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overview
Course Overview
Why Should I Attend the Lean Process Improvement Training?
Drive Efficiency, Eliminate Waste, and Deliver Exceptional Value
This Lean Process Improvement training course provides comprehensive knowledge and practical skills required to identify and eliminate waste, streamline processes, and enhance value creation within any organization. Based on the foundational principles of the Toyota Production System, this program equips participants with methodologies for mapping value streams, implementing continuous improvement (Kaizen), and utilizing key Lean tools to optimize workflows, reduce costs, improve quality, and enhance overall operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Career Advancement: Elevate your operational excellence, quality management, and process improvement skills, positioning you as a key asset in driving efficiency and organizational change.
- Boost Productivity & Reduce Costs: Learn proven techniques to identify and eliminate non-value-added activities, leading to faster throughput, reduced lead times, and significant cost savings.
- Enhance Customer Value: Understand how to focus on what truly matters to the customer, designing processes that deliver higher quality products and services more efficiently, improving satisfaction and loyalty.
Learning Outcomes
What Will You Learn in Our Lean Process Improvement Course?
By the end of the Lean Process Improvement course, participants will be able to:
- Gain a solid understanding of the core concepts of Lean Process Improvement, including value, waste, variation, and continuous improvement.
- Become familiar with the Toyota Production System (TPS) and its principles.
- Learn how to identify and eliminate waste in processes using tools like 5S and value stream mapping.
- Apply problem-solving techniques like DMAIC and Kaizen to improve process efficiency.
- Develop skills to implement and sustain Lean practices within an organization.
- Measure and evaluate the impact of Lean initiatives.
Curriculum
Module 1: Introduction to Lean Thinking
Module 2: Identifying Value and Waste
Module 3: Lean Tools for Process Streamlining
Module 4: Creating Flow and Pull
Module 5: Continuous Improvement (Kaizen) and Problem Solving
Module 6: Implementing and Sustaining Lean
Module 1: Introduction to Lean Thinking
What is Lean? Definition, History (Toyota Production System), and Philosophy.
Lean vs. Six Sigma: Understanding the Synergies and Differences.
The Five Critical Improvement Concepts: Value, Waste, Variation, Complexity, Continuous Improvement.
The Toyota Production System House.
Key Lean Terminology and Concepts (Muda, Mura, Muri).
Module 2: Identifying Value and Waste
Understanding Customer Value: Applying the Kano Model.
The Three Categories of Waste (Muda): Defects, Overproduction, Waiting, Non-utilized Talent, Transportation, Inventory, Motion, Extra Processing.
Identifying Mura (Unevenness) and Muri (Overburden).
Value-Added vs. Non-Value-Added Activities.
Conducting a Waste Walk.
Module 3: Lean Tools for Process Streamlining
5S Methodology: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain for workplace organization.
Value Stream Mapping (VSM): Current State vs. Future State Mapping to visualize flow and identify waste.
Gemba (Go and See) and Genchi Genbutsu (Go to the Source).
Introduction to Kanban (Visual Management) and Poka-Yoke (Error Proofing).
Module 4: Creating Flow and Pull
Principles of Creating Continuous Flow: Eliminating Bottlenecks and Delays.
Implementing a Pull System: Producing based on Customer Demand.
Reducing Batch Sizes and Lead Times.
Standard Work and Work Balancing.
Module 5: Continuous Improvement (Kaizen) and Problem Solving
The Philosophy of Kaizen: Small, Incremental Improvements.
Types of Kaizen Events (e.g., Kaizen Blitz).
The Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) Cycle for Experimentation and Learning.
Introduction to the R-DMAIC-S Model (Recognize, Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control, Sustain).
Root Cause Analysis Techniques (e.g., 5 Whys, Ishikawa/Fishbone Diagrams).
Module 6: Implementing and Sustaining Lean
Data Gathering and Mapping Tools (Flow Charts, SIPOC Diagrams).
Tips for Effective Data Analysis in Lean Projects.
Creating a Lean Enterprise: Characteristics and Culture.
Overcoming Roadblocks and Pitfalls to Lean Implementation.
Developing a Lean Implementation Plan for Your Organization.
Sustaining Improvements and Fostering a Culture of Continuous Improvement.
who attends
Right For You
Is the Lean Process Improvement Training Right for You?
Participants enrolling for this programme will be required to have a minimum of 3 years’ professional experience. Participants who meet the programme requirement should pay the course fee and complete the enrollment form 2 weeks before the programme kick off date
Requirements;
- Professionals who are looking to strengthen their understanding of Lean methodologies and acquire practical skills in using Lean tools for process improvement.
- Continuous improvement specialists, Lean facilitators, industrial engineers, quality managers; CEOs, Managers, supervisors
- Operations Managers responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations and driving efficiency improvements.
Prospective applicants who do not meet the programme requirement but want to join the programme should talk to a Career Advisor.
Why is Piston & Fusion Ranked the Best Lean Process Improvement Training Institute in Nigeria?
- Expert Instructors: Learn from seasoned Lean practitioners, certified Six Sigma Black Belts, and operations excellence consultants with extensive practical experience in applying Lean principles across various industries.
- Flexible Learning Options: Choose between Classroom training in Lagos/Abuja or Instructor-led Virtual Online classes to suit your schedule and location.
- Hands-on Experience: The course emphasizes practical exercises, real-world case studies, and simulations of process improvement projects, allowing participants to apply Lean tools directly.
- Comprehensive Coverage: The curriculum spans the entire spectrum of Lean, from its foundational principles and waste identification to practical tools like 5S and VSM, and methodologies for continuous improvement.
Certification
What Are the Benefits of the Lean Process Improvement Certificate?
- Acquire essential competencies in identifying and eliminating waste, streamlining workflows, and applying continuous improvement methodologies, through a comprehensive and hands-on learning approach.
- Improve your ability to optimize operational efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction, directly contributing to your organization's competitiveness and profitability.
- Gain valuable real-world experience through practical exercises that simulate common process challenges and provide strategies for effective Lean transformation.
- Establish a strong foundation for career progression in roles such as Process Improvement Analyst, Operations Manager, Quality Specialist, and Lean Facilitator, becoming a highly valued professional in driving operational excellence.
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What Is The Lean Process Improvement Course Schedule for 2025?
Piston and Fusion offer the Lean Process Improvement Course as Classroom in Lagos and Virtual Online Class in other states in Nigeria. See dates for classroom and virtual online class
Classroom & Virtual
Lean Process Improvement Course Schedule for Lagos, Abuja, & Online
Weekdays
Dates:
27th Nov – 28th Nov, 2025
Days:
Thu & Fri
Time:
8:30am – 3:30pm
Duration:
2 days
Weekends
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How Much is the Lean Process Improvement Training Fee in Nigeria?
Piston and Fusion offer the Lean Process Improvement Course as Classroom in Lagos and Virtual Online Class in other states in Nigeria. See fees for classroom and virtual online class
₦190,000
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₦270,000
₦320,000
Standard
₦190,000
Virtual Only
Course Materials
Certificate
Manual, Cases & Templates
Mentorship
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Refreshment
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Perks
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Additional Services
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₦190,000
₦240,000
₦270,000
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Standard Plus
₦240,000
Virtual Only
Course Materials
Certificate
Manual, Cases & Templates
Mentorship
3 Months
Refreshment
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Perks
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Additional Services
CV & LinkedIn Profile Development
Exam Application (Only for Certification courses)
₦190,000
₦240,000
₦270,000
₦320,000
Professional
₦270,000
Classroom & Virtual
Course Materials
Print & PDF
Certificate
Manual, Cases & Templates
Mentorship
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Refreshment
Teabreak & Lunch
Perks
Souvenir
Notepad & Pen
Additional Services
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₦190,000
₦240,000
₦270,000
₦320,000
Professional Plus
₦320,000
Classroom & Virtual
Course Materials
Print & PDF
Certificate
Manual, Cases & Templates
Print & PDF
Mentorship
3 Months
Refreshment
Tea Break & Lunch
Perks
Souvenir
Notepad & Pen
Additional Services
CV & LinkedIn Profile Development
Exam Application (Only for Certification courses)
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How Do I Enrol for The Lean Process Improvement Course?
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Where Can I Take the Lean Process Improvement Training in Nigeria?
Our Lean Process Improvement Training Location in Lagos, Abuja, PH & Online
Piston & Fusion Business Academy Lagos Training Centre is located at 122a Obadina Street, Omole Phase 1, Ikeja | Abuja Office is located at 22 Kumasi Cres, Wuse 2, Abuja 904101, Federal Capital Territory
You can join our classes from anywhere in Nigeria, Canada, the UK and the US via our Virtual Online Programs.
How to Apply:
- Check the website to select a course of choice and fee.
- Pay the registration fee and tuition to P&F account domiciled at First Bank
- DETAILS
Account Name: Piston & Fusion Ltd
Account Number: 2015242578
Bank: First Bank of Nigeria
- Send your name, phone no, email, training location, amount paid & proof of payment to fees@pistonandfusion.org
- Complete the enrollment form ONLY AFTER PAYMENT
- CASH PAYMENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED, ALL PAYMENTS MUST BE MADE TO THE COMPANY’S ACCOUNT.
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