Lean Fundamentals
Member-Exclusive Online Program
Build a strong foundation in Lean Thinking
Join us for our newest Member Exclusive Leadership Development Program “Lean Fundamentals”, designed to give you increased confidence in leading a Lean implementation as well as having the skills to improve customer service, lower your cost base, improve product quality and create additional capacity. Remembering that an organisation that embraces the principles of Lean and continuous improvement almost always has a more engaged workforce with a healthier culture.
What’s included?
– A series of 6 x 2 hour interactive online sessions
– Expert guidance and support, weekly content, and homework
– An opportunity to work through practical examples from your company
Program Highlights
Practical Lean Implementation – Learn how to implement 5S, Kaizen, visual management, and leader standard work to build strong foundations and sustain momentum.
Value Stream Mapping Skills – Develop the ability to map processes (both manually and digitally) to identify where value is created and highlight improvement opportunities.
Waste & Error Reduction – Gain tools for identifying and eliminating waste, reducing defects and errors, and streamlining processes.
Lead Time & Productivity Improvement – Apply techniques such as takt time, SMED, Kanban, OEE, and single-piece flow to shorten lead times, increase capacity, and boost productivity without major capital investment.
Strategic Lean Leadership – Understand how to align Lean initiatives with company vision, use maturity scorecards, and lead multi-site teams through continuous improvement.
Key Features
Interactive sessions: Opportunity for questions, peer-to-peer discussion, and practical homework designed to enhance knowledge and provide personalised support.
Expert-Led Training: Learn from industry leaders with decades of collective experience.
Certificate of Completion: Earn a certificate of completion to add to your resume.
Tailored coaching: Receive ongoing support from your region’s Best Practice Network Facilitator.
Next Intake
Our 2026 Program will run 13 October to 24 November 2026. Registrations are now open.
Not a member? Get in touch to find out more.
Program Schedule
Session 1: Tuesday 13 October 2026 – Implementing the Basics
Session 2: Tuesday 20 October 2026 – Mapping the Value Stream
Session 3: Tuesday 27 October 2026 – Waste
Session 4: Tuesday 10 November 2026 – Lead Times
Session 5: Tuesday 17 November 2026 – Productivity
Session 6: Tuesday 24 November 2026 – Assessment & Strategy
Session times: WA 9am, QLD 11am, VIC/NSW 12pm, NZ 2pm – duration of each session is 2 hours
Course Overview
Session 1: Implementing the Basics
We assume you already know what 5S, basic problem solving and visual management are. So the focus of this session is on how to implement…
– Setting the framework for 5S implementation, Establishing daily meetings
– Setting up Visual Management boards, Setting up Kaizen groups and doing a Kaizen blitz
– Auditing 5S, visual boards and daily meetings, Overview of Standard Work
– Implementing Leader Standard Work, Maintaining the momentum
Session 2: Mapping the Value Stream
Understanding where value is created is fundamental to any CI implementation. SO in this session you’ll start by looking at the three versions of a process. Then we’ll give you practical tips and guidance on how to do Value Stream Mapping (VSM).
– Using PostIt notes for a manual VSM
– Using Miro for an electronic VSM
– SLA’s for order to delivery
Session 3: Waste
In this session we will cover tools focussed on reducing waste and errors:
– 8 Wastes, Poke yoke, Tools for reducing defects & errors
– Spaghetti charts, Concern strips implementation
Session 4: Lead Times
The focus this week is on planning your lead time reduction using different tools. We will cover:
– Future state map, Planning cycles, Inventory reduction
– Takt time, SMED, Visual Planning tools
– Customer focus, Glenday Sieve, Kanban
Session 5: Productivity
How do you asses the impact on productivity and on your bottom line?
– Avoiding CAPEX by creating capacity, Andons
– OEE measurement, pull vs push, Productivity measures
– Problem solving leadership, Quantifying gains, Single piece flow
Session 6: Assessment & Strategy
Putting together a framework for a total company wide programme:
– Overseeing a multi-site team implementation, Alignment with vision
– Hoshin Kanji A3 strategy, Lean maturity scorecards, Leadership
Your Lean Fundamentals journey will be supported by:
Peter Davidson
Facilitator – NZ
Best Practice Network
Based in New Zealand, Peter has held senior executive positions for over 20 years. He focuses on lean strategy development and implementation, adding significant value through coaching and mentoring.
Andrew Gill
Facilitator – VIC
Best Practice Network
A seasoned operations manager with extensive experience in the fertiliser, agro-chemical, and industrial manufacturing industries. Andrew has a strong passion for operational excellence and Australian industry.
Jackie Shervington
Facilitator – WA
Best Practice Network
Jackie is a strategic leader with 30+ years of experience across multiple industries. As Co-CEO of Motium, she has helped double the business in size and revenue. Passionate about manufacturing, she is dedicated to growing WA’s industry and supporting business success.
Malcolm Auld
Facilitator – NSW
Best Practice Network
A seasoned leader with over 30 years of global experience, helping organisations improve performance and lead change. A business founder, author, and international speaker, Malcolm brings deep expertise and clear, no-nonsense insight.
Craig Mathie
Facilitator – QLD
Best Practice Network
Craig brings over 30 years of senior leadership experience, predominantly in the manufacturing and supply chain sectors. In recent years, he has assisted several start-up companies, working closely with their founders to improve their operational effectiveness and strategic execution. .