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BUILDING A COMMUNITY OF LEAN PRACTICE
ON THE CENTRAL COAST AND BEYOND...


EASIER, BETTER, FASTER

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We are dedicated to helping organizations and individuals master modern management principles for process and systems improvement. Born from the Cal Poly Orfalea College of Business, we've grown beyond our roots in lean principles to embrace a diverse range of best practices in operational excellence.

Join us for the A3 Problem Solving Workshop!

Friday, January 14, 2025 • Live - in person and virtual

Facilitators:  Chris Ferrier - Process Improvement and Dr. Eric Olsen - Director Central Coast Lean

Facilitate better thinking

Objective:  Enhance team problem-solving skills using a structured A3 approach. Foster creativity and engagement in collaborative solutions.

 

Purpose:  Engaging associates in problem solving is key to building a lean culture.  In particular, A3 problem solving (e.g., Theme, Current State, Problem, Goals/Targets, Analysis, Countermeasures, Plan, and Follow-up) is a powerful concept for lean practitioners.  This workshop teaches participants how to use A3 problem solving while simultaneously using Liberating Structures to engage teams or larger groups.

 

Approach:  This intensive 7.5-hour workshop offers a blend of theory and hands-on practice. Participants will:

- Learn the fundamentals of problem-solving

- Develop strategies for engaging all associates in their operations

- Receive expert guidance to create actionable implementation plans

We're not just talking about IMPROVEMENT   
— We're LIVING it

BRINGING VALUE to our community with:

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Explore our current offerings and see how we're putting lean principles into action for YOU, our valued community members...

Participating Organizations

170+

Community Members

1000+

Events Per Year

17+

Workshop Size

to 50

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We believe that “hybrid” is the future of work and endeavor to offer as many of our events and activities as possible simultaneously in person and online.  Join us on this aspect of our learning journey and bring lean to your hybrid operations.

Quick Connect

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Eric O Olsen, PhD

Director - Central Coast Lean

eric.o@centralcoastlean.org

805 602-0228

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