LEAN is a management practice that aims to eliminate waste and create more value for a business. It originated in the automotive industry and is now used across many sectors. LEAN aims to create a culture of continuous improvement throughout an organization by removing unnecessary steps and creating smooth workflow. Key aspects of LEAN include identifying the seven main types of waste, value stream mapping, establishing a pull-based production system, and developing a long-term culture of continuous improvement. Phalanx Consulting provides expertise in implementing the LEAN methodology through workshops, training, value stream mapping, and ongoing coaching support.

1. LEAN
Management
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Simply, LEAN is a management practice that service &
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delivery
creates more value for a business by eliminating
waste. LEAN Management aims to create a team
culture committed to continuously improving all
systems and processes throughout the entire
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organisation. producTiviTy enTerprise people
Originating from the automotive manufacturing
sector through the world famous Toyota Production
System, it is increasingly being adapted to suit any
business including service, financial and health qualiTy environmenT
industries.
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Whilst this may appear logical; actually applying this
to all aspects of a business is difficult.
seven Key Wastes Key benefits
1 Overproduction Eliminates waste along entire value stream
2 Delays & idle time Creates processes that require:
3 Unnecessary handling or transportation Less human effort
Less space
4 Unnecessary inventory
Less capital
5 Unnecessary motion
Less cost
6 Over-processing Less time
7 Errors or defective parts Generates fewer errors
Ability to rapidly respond to changing
customer needs
Information management becomes simpler
and more accurate
Delivering Tangible Results

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LEAN Management is often modelled as the House of
LEAN; a systematic approach that will deliver a robust
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and sustainable delivery system. shorT lead Time loWesT cosT
advanced Tools
It is critical for all businesses undergoing a LEAN
producTion leveling living pareTo sTaTisTical process conTrol
transformation to establish a stable foundation creating
cusTomer connecTions conTinuous floW andon
the necessary platform for an embedded long-term
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continuous improvement culture.
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implemenTaTion
Utilising the expertise of a LEAN specialist, businesses are guided through the implementation of the LEAN system in its
entirety rather than isolated programs.
identifiy & make customers
understand continue
measure final map value eliminate creaTe steps in esTablish pull value seeK until state of
waste value from
value customers sTream in value floW stream pull upstream perfecTion perfection is
needs reached
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our experTise
Led by our dedicated LEAN Management team, Phalanx Consulting’s expertise stems from a robust combination of academic
training and international industry experience. Dynamic, insightful and client focused, our team of creative thinkers takes an
analytical approach to value stream assessment to develop innovative solutions specific to each client’s needs.
Gaining knowledge about LEAN is vital for the long-term success of the implementation process. Phalanx Consulting
supports the crucial steps that help reduce employee resistance, cultivates learning and engenders long-term commitment.
Workshops conducted with senior management and key stakeholders
awareness establish commitment levels required of management to support implementation
explain lean management and benefits
preparation create experts and agents of change
& Training define vision for lean transformation
establish policies and employee communication strategy
conduct value stream mapping
implement create a prioritised implementation plan
apply appropriate foundation tools
coaching create a learning environment within the workplace to allow
employees to experience success
& support
ongoing support over the life of the improvement initiative (approx 12 weeks)
Telephone 1300 731 245 email enquiry@phalanxgroup.com.au Website www.phalanxgroup.com.au