The Lean Practitioner's Handbook bridges the gap between the tools and concepts of Lean and the practical use of the tools. It offers a practical, easily accessible resource for anyone preparing for, implementing or evaluating lean activities covering key areas such as: aspects of a Lean Programme; scoping a programme; value stream mapping; 2P and 3P events; Rapid Improvement Events; managing for daily improvement; engaging the team; spotting problems and communicating progress. In addition, it offers a quick snapshot summary of the key tool and concepts of Lean plus easily applicable templates. Online supporting resources for this book include instructor's manuals on communications, events and standard work, templates for problem-solving and tables such as event summaries

Offers a practical handbook for practitioners combining theory and practice into a quick, accessible practice. Easily applicable to both public and private sector including case studies from healthcare, local government, manufacturing, logistics and the service sector Checklists and templates available online

About the Author
Mark Eaton is the MD and operations director of Amnis, a consultancy specializing in helping organizations to prepare for, implement and sustain improvement using a combination of Strategic Planning, Lean/Sigma and Change Management approaches. Mark is an Engineer by training but has spent the last 15 years involved in service improvement, business improvement and Lean in a variety of sectors. A frequent presenter at conferences, workshops and master classes he has also written the book Lean for Practitioners.


Book Information
ISBN 9780749467739
Author Mark Eaton
Format Paperback
Page Count 328
Imprint Kogan Page Ltd
Publisher Kogan Page Ltd
Weight(grams) 524g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 156mm * 19mm