DESCRIPTION
 

While Lean principles are easy to understand, many implementations fall short. The challenge isn’t the tools—it’s the lack of a fundamental shift in daily management, which traditional leaders often overlook.

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A core reason for failure is the absence of a Lean Daily Management System (LDMS). Many organizations focus on waste elimination but neglect the systems needed to sustain Lean practices and culture.

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A Lean Daily Management System supports those closest to the process by providing leadership, monitoring, and performance alignment. It helps close gaps between actual and expected results through structured routines.

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The 4 key components of LDMS:

 

1. Leader Standard Work – Daily checklists defining leader expectations.

2. Visual Controls – Charts tracking actual vs. expected performance.

3. Daily Accountability Process – Short, structured tiered meetings with clear actions.

4. Leadership Discipline – Consistent leader follow-through on process adherence.

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Implementing LDMS equips leaders at all levels to lead effectively, whether in production, office, or remote environments.

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The accompanying PPT training presentation provides the tools and guidance needed to drive a sustainable Lean transformation and foster organization-wide engagement.

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​Note: This training package includes:

1.  Lean Daily Management System PPT training presentation (PowerPoint format)

2. Lean Daily Management System poster PDF format, in color and monochrome, printable in A3 size)

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LEARNING OBJECTIVES

 

1. Explore the Foundations of the Lean Management System

• Understand the core principles of Lean management and how they drive continuous improvement.

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2. Master the Key Elements of the Lean Management System

• Apply concepts like leader standard work, visual controls, the daily accountability process, and leadership discipline to improve operational effectiveness.

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3. Leverage Supporting Tools and Processes in Lean Management

• Use Hoshin Kanri for strategic alignment, value stream mapping to identify waste, Gemba Walks for real-world insights, and Kaizen to foster a culture of incremental improvement.

 

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CONTENTS

 

1. Foundations of the Lean Management System​

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2. Key Elements of the Lean Management System​

• Leader Standard Work

• Visual Controls

• Daily Accountability Process

• Leadership Discipline​

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3. Supporting Tools and Processes in Lean Management​

• Hoshin Kanri​ (Hoshin Planning)

• Value Stream Mapping

• Gemba Walk

• Kaizen

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You may also be interested in the following related documents (sold separately):

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1. Strategic Planning: Eight Steps to Implementation

2. Hoshin Kanri

3. A3 Hoshin Planning

4. Design Thinking Workshop Guide

5. Customer Journey Mapping

6. Value Proposition Canvas

7. Business Model Canvas

8. Service Design

9. Digital Transformation: People, Organization & Change

10. Digital Transformation: Step-by-step Implementation Guide

11. Digital Customer Service

12. Lean Daily Management System

13. Lean Start-up

 

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