LEI Lean IT Workshop (1 Day Class ) Fundamental principles of leveraging Lean and IT to build and sustain Lean improvements throughout the enterprise

Locations and Dates for Lean IT  :  February 3, 2011 San Francisco
Every business process relies on information systems, whether manual or electronic, as the flow of information supports the flow of work and the creation of value. Most organizations today have no choice but to rely heavily on electronic information systems due to the volume, complexity, or global reach of their activities. However each year, business spends many billions of dollars on information technology; much of it does not add value – and often contributes tremendous waste, cost, frustration, and lost productivity.

Attendees will benefit from this workshop as they develop a clear understanding of the central role played by the IT organization as a partner in continuous improvement and enterprise transformation from both inward and outward facing Lean IT. The workshop uses hands-on exercises and engaging discussion to create a fast-paced and fun experience. Participants will receive practical knowledge and examples which they can adapt to their organization.

This workshop has been designed to introduce you to the fundamental principles of leveraging Lean and IT to build and sustain Lean improvements throughout the enterprise.


Benefits:
After attending this workshop, you will:
· Understand what Lean IT is and how it supports and sustains Enterprise-wide Lean transformation
· Learn how to identify and address information waste
· Gain hands-on experience with value stream mapping as it applies to information systems
· Apply A3 thinking to an IT systems-based business problem


Course outline:
This workshop consists of two modules:

Module 1 covers the fundamentals of Lean, a Lean IT overview, information waste, critical tools and concepts of Lean applied to IT, and an information waste case study.

Module 2 explains value streams and the role of IT, an information-system centric value stream mapping exercise, Lean IT operations, inward and outward facing Lean IT, Lean software development, and Lean project management

Who should attend: CIO’s, CFO’s, IT Directors and Managers, all IT staff members (infrastructure, developers, business analysts, application support, DBA’s, administrators, helpdesk, etc.), Lean leaders and change agents, operational leaders and professionals who want to make sure they are approaching the application of Lean to IT the right way.


Instructors:
Steve Bell

Mike Orzen

Steve Bell For more than twenty years, Steve has delivered a balance of Lean, business process improvement, systems design and implementation services. Clients include healthcare, IT, banking and insurance, high-tech, food, chemical and pharmaceutical production, medical devices, sports franchising, forest products, shipping, global logistics, apparel, public sector and non-profits. Steve published Lean Enterprise Systems, Using IT for Continuous Improvement in 2006 (a John Wiley & Sons publication) helping to introduce the emerging discipline of Lean IT. In 2010, Steve and his partner Mike Orzen published "Lean IT, Enabling and Sustaining Your Lean Enterprise" (a Productivity Press publication, available on lean.org). In this book they explore all aspects of Lean IT – including business process improvement, software development, infrastructure operations and ITIL, cloud computing, project management, business intelligence, ERP systems – and more. They have been featured as presenters for many organizations including the Shingo Prize, the Society for Information Management (SIM), the Association for Operations Management (APICS), Healthcare Support and System Innovation Program (CSSI), the Greece IT Directors Forum, the Institute for Managerial Accountants (IMA), and Microsoft. Steve is a faculty member for LEI and co-founder and President of Steady Improvement Inc., which emphasizes the development of people into effective teams, the continuous improvement of business processes, and the thoughtful application of information technology . . . in that order.

Mike Orzen Mike delivers a unique blend of Lean, Six Sigma, IT and Operations. He has been consulting and coaching for over 20 years. Mike holds certifications in Management Accounting, Production and Inventory Control, Project Management and Six Sigma. His experience includes application of Lean to non-manufacturing and manufacturing environments including Lean Office, IT, Accounting, Legal, Engineering, Document Control, Procurement, Supply-Chain, HR and Customer Service processes. His experience includes systems design, application development, numerous ERP implementations, enterprise-wide process improvement, large-scale roll out of Lean Enterprise initiatives for global companies as guide/sensei, IT governance, strategic planning, and Project Management Office. In 2010, Mike and his partner Steve Bell publish" Lean IT, Enabling and Sustaining Your Lean Enterprise" (Productivity Press publication, available on lean.org). In this new book they explore all aspects of Lean IT – including business process improvement, software development, infrastructure operations and ITIL, cloud computing, project management, business intelligence, ERP systems – and more. Mike has been featured as a presenter for many organizations including the Shingo Prize, the Society for Information Management (SIM), the Association for Operations Management (APICS), Healthcare Support and System Innovation Program (CSSI), the Greece IT Directors Forum, the Institute for Managerial Accountants (IMA), and Microsoft. Mike is a faculty member for LEI and a co-founder and CEO of Steady Improvement, Inc, which emphasizes the development of people into effective teams, the continuous improvement of business processes, and the thoughtful application of information technology . . . in that order.

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Suggested Reading for this Workshop:

Lean Thinking, Second Edition

Lean IT
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Price: $800.00 ($700.00 if the participant is taking 2 or more workshops at one location)

Price includes all participant materials, breakfast, lunch and snacks each day.

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Locations and Dates for Lean IT February 3, 2011

San Francisco Marriott Union Square

San Francisco, CA

Instructor(s): Steve Bell

Schedule: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Hotel Discount Available

Important Information About This Event & Location
We encourage you to make hotel accommodations early.