We understand the Lean Tools (cells, kanban, VSM, standard work), but how good are we at solving problems? In fact, does it ever seem like we are fixing the same problem over and over? Effective improvement requires changing how people approach, address, and resolve problems. We need to develop "thinking problem-solvers." Very visual and hands-on, A3-Thinking is a proven step-by-step methodology that provides direction in completing the “Plan Do Check Act” cycle, actively engages the problem solver, their supervisor, and those affected by the problem.
Overview
About the Speakers
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Mike Osterling
Osterling Consulting, Inc.BiographyMike's a coach, facilitator, speaker and consultant. With 25+ years of Lean-leadership experience, he’s supported transformations in manufacturing, service, finance, energy, software, government, and construction. He's the president of Osterling Consulting, Inc. & coauthored books including the Shingo-award-winning "Value-Stream Mapping: How to Visualize Work & Align Leadership" & "The Kaizen-Event-Planner." -
Anthony Manos
LittelfuseBiographyAnthony Manos is a Enterprise Lean Six Sigma Corporate Leader for Littelfuse, Inc. where he applies Lean principles and techniques on a daily basis to create, maintain and improve operational and business excellence. He is a Senior member of SME & AME, and an ASQ Fellow. Manos is the co-editor of “The Lean Handbook” and co-author of “Lean Kaizen: A Simplified Approach to Process Improvement”.
Pricing & Registration
| Sessions | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Sessions | $195 | $220 |
| Workshops | $195 | $220 |
| Best Value Full Conference (5-10 Sessions) |
$195 | $220 |
| Sessions | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Session | $112.50 | $125 |
| 2 Sessions | $202.50 | $225 |
| 3 Sessions | $270 | $300 |
| 4-8 Sessions | $405 | $450 |
| Sessions | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
|---|---|---|
| Half-Day Workshops (W4, W11) | FREE | FREE |
| One-Hour Sessions (W12, W13, W14, W18) | FREE | FREE |
| Two-Hour Sessions (W16, W17) | $50 | $75 |
| Weld-Ed Conference (W5) | $50 | $75 |
| Half-Day Sessions (W2, W3, W7, W10) | $345 | $430 |
| Full-Day Sessions (W6, W8, W9) | $565 | $665 |
| Two-Day Session (W1) | $795 | $895 |
| Professional Program (W15) | $395 | $495 |
* Non-member price for AWS Welding Full-Day Sessions only includes a one-year AWS Individual Membership.