Start date: 25 March 2026
Duration: 1 day (9:30am - 5:00pm)
Location: Creative Spark
Certificate: N/A
Cost: €129 for Members (€159 for Non Chamber Members)
Course code: N/A
Programme overview
The Introduction to Lean Thinking program is a highly interactive, practical one-day workshop designed to introduce participants to the fundamental principles of Lean. The program focuses on building a clear understanding of how Lean improves efficiency, reduces waste, and increases value for customers. Participants will gain practical tools and techniques they can immediately apply within their own work environment to improve processes, productivity, and team performance.
This immersive one-day program combines short theory sessions, group discussions, real-world examples, and hands-on learning. A key highlight of the day is the Lean Simulation, which brings Lean concepts to life by allowing participants to experience the impact of waste, flow, standard work, and continuous improvement in a safe, engaging environment.
By the end of the program, attendees will be equipped with actionable strategies to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the training programme, participants will:
Understand and explain the core principles of Lean
Identify waste within their own processes
Apply basic Lean tools and techniques
Contribute eAectively to continuous improvement initiatives
Who Is This Course For?
This programme is suited to anyone who would like to work more efficiently.
Modules
Leading Change: Theory & Practice
Module 1 – Foundations of Lean Thinking
Participants will be introduced to the core principles of Lean:
Customer value and value creation
The 5 Lean principles
Types of waste (TIMWOODS)
Introduction to flow, pull, and standard work
Module 2 – Process Improvement in Practice
This module focuses on practical improvement methods:
Understanding end-to-end processes
Introduction to Value Stream Mapping (current and future state)
Identifying bottlenecks and constraints
Basic problem-solving using Lean thinking
Module 3 – Lean Simulation Workshop
A hands-on, team-based simulation where participants:
Experience a traditional, inefficient process
Redesign the process using Lean tools
Apply 5S, flow, standard work, and visual management
Measure before-and-after performance improvements
Module 4 – Applying Lean at Work
The final module focuses on real-world application:
Identifying Lean opportunities in participants’ own areas
Creating simple action plans
Building a continuous improvement mindset
More info contact: aidan.callan@dundalkskillnet.ie
Applications Closing 12th April
