Frequently Asked Questions

Lean is a customer-centric process improvement methodology with the focus of improving work processes through the elimination of waste and retaining only value adding activities.

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of Lean principles, tools, and techniques aimed at improving operational efficiency. Participants learn how to identify waste, optimize processes, and drive continuous improvement in organizations. Participants learn how to create current VSM and how to use lean tools and principles to visualise and realise a future VSM. The Lean Guide component focuses on leading Lean initiatives and mentoring teams in adopting Lean practices.

By eliminating the sources of inefficiency, focussing on value adding activities, mobilizing cross functional teams around common objectives, Lean makes it possible to increase production and thereby improve productivity.

The fee includes access to the following

• Modular structure
• Interactive Exercises & Case Studies
• Self-Guided Projects & Practical Tasks
• Online Discussion Forums & Peer Collaboration
• Technical & Instructor Support
• Dual Certification Upon Completion

Below are the points that make our course different and better than the others

• Dual Certification in one program
• Accreditation by Exemplar Global
• Comprehensive Lean Skill Development
• Interactive, Hands-On Learning
• Progression Pathway to Higher Certifications
• Immediate Workplace Impact

Exam for Lean Practitioner and Lean Guide is a one hour exam with multiple choice questions. The passing score is 60% and if you score above 70%, your certificate will carry the Benchmark Seal of Excellence. You will get a participation certificate if your score is below 60%.

Lean principles are highly versatile and can be applied to both manufacturing and service-based processes. While Lean originated in manufacturing, its focus on eliminating waste, improving efficiency, and optimizing value applies equally to service industries such as healthcare, banking, IT, logistics, and more. Large Service Companies like Amazon came into business because of Lean Thinking. Our programs include examples and case studies tailored to both domains, ensuring participants can adapt Lean concepts to their specific industry.

No prior experience or qualifications are required to enroll in the Lean Practitioner or Lean Guide programs. The courses are designed to cater to both beginners and professionals with varying levels of experience. We start with foundational concepts and gradually progress to advanced tools and techniques, making the programs suitable for anyone interested in process improvement.

The training incorporates real-world examples and case studies from diverse industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, IT, retail, and logistics. Participants will explore scenarios such as reducing lead times in production, streamlining patient care in hospitals, improving customer service processes, and optimizing supply chain operations. These examples provide practical insights into applying Lean principles in a variety of settings.

A certified lean expert is aware of the various lean concepts, philosophies,tools and plays a pivotal role in process improvement in a company.

Kaizen events are short-term brainstorming and implementation sessions intended to improve an existing process. They aid breakthrough improvements in as little as a few days, while creating a continual improvement culture. “Kaizen” refers to a Japanese word which means “improvement” or “change for the better”.