Lean

Quality. Speed. Efficiency. Cost

What is Lean?

Lean is a customer-focused philosophy used to continuously improve any process through the elimination of unnecessary steps. Eliminating steps and focusing on what is important to the customer will typically result in a 15-40% increase of revenue!

Benefits of a Lean Enterprise

  • Service level improvement
  • Cash generation
  • Greater asset utilization
  • Quality improvement
  • Increased employee participation
  • Productivity improvement
  • Profitability improvement

Lean Mastery Course

Lean Mastery is an intensive 6-day class that focuses on practical skills that generate results. You will be able to use your new knowledge and skills immediately -- to make processes simple, fast, better, and less costly. The training is filled with examples and exercises. Students are required to lead a real-world project at your workplace. This provides experience in driving a project and immediate return on investment for your company. Upon completion, you will have the knowledge needed to fully implement Lean throughout your organization.

DatesSpring schedule coming soon.

Cost: $1,999
Instructor: Brian Malloy
Location: The University of Akron, Akron Campus


Customized Lean Training

We are one of the only providers in Ohio that offers customizable Lean training solutions. Our staff and instructors have worked with companies and government agencies throughout Ohio to establish specific programs. Our customized programs can be delivered onsite or at any of The University of Akron's campus locations. This regional flexibility and customizable curriculum means that your Lean education is targeted, tuned, and relevant for your company and staff.

CONTACT US

Continuing and Professional Education
Polsky Building
255 South Main St.
Akron, OH 44325-4104
Office: 330-972-7577
Fax: 330-972-7598
Email: learn@uakron.edu

Fall & Spring Hours
Monday–Friday
8:00 am–5:00 pm 

Summer Hours
Monday–Friday
8:00 am–4:30 pm