Join us in this remarkable opportunity to learn from a Toyota Factory Manager and Kaizen Leader 0n February 3rd and 4th 2025.

Lean Masterclass

Immerse yourself in two full days of learning with Sensei as he draws on insights from Toyota’s world-renowned practices and shares these with you.

Hyodo Sensei has a remarkable ability to explain Lean Thinking in an accessible way, simplifying the path to implementing Continuous Improvement across industries. Opportunities to learn from someone of his calibre are exceptionally rare—so don’t miss this chance!

This event is hosted by Simply Lean Business Solutions in association with our Australian partner, Shinka Management who will also provide language interpretation services for Sensei.

 

Akinori Hyodo:

Hyodo Sensei is a long-time Toyota Production System Leader, former Factory Manager and Kaizen Leader. Having retired as Factory Manager, he now heads the Kaizen Training arm of that same Toyota factory providing Lean training courses for companies in Toyota’s supply chain, and in addition hosts the training component of our annual Lean Japan Tour.

The Masterclass will also include an overview of the operations at the Toyota Hiace Factory in Japan.

  • Former Factory Manager of Toyota Parts and Assembly Plants
  • 13 years as a leader of the All-Toyota Kaizen Promotion Team
  • 27 years advancing TPS Development in Toyota’s top-ranked factory for quality
  • A trusted global consultant for industries beyond automotive
  • Current Head of Kaizen Training at the Toyota HiAce Factory

 

Content:

Day 1:

  • TPS Principles
  • Developing Human Assets
  • Role of Top Management
  • 5S and Visual Management

 

 

Day 2:

  • Building a Continuous Improvement Culture
  • Video overview of operations at the Toyota HiAce Factory
  • Standardized Work Development using a ‘live’ example from Toyota
  • Q & A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Target Audience:

This Masterclass has been developed to cover a range of participants. It details the Lean Thinking foundations from Toyota’s viewpoint so you are hearing first-hand the principles as they were developed by the founders. More advanced practitioners will better understand the links between the applications and the behaviours that bring about Continuous Improvement. Learn first-hand how process improvement is achieved within Japan’s leading companies, and more importantly, how to begin to implement or advance these practices within your organisation. The mix of teachings and the practical process development sessions will satisfy all levels of participants from Managing Directors and Managers in Operations, Production, Continuous Improvement, or Quality, to shop-floor Leaders interested in developing their own knowledge and fostering a culture of Continuous Improvement within their organisation.

 

Terms, Eligibility and Registration of Interest:

To Register your Interest in this event click on the Enquire button on the right of this page and fill in your details. Spaces are limited so register now to secure your seat. Simply Lean Business Solutions Limited and Shinka Management reserve the right to decline registrations owing to conflicts of interest. Confirmation of your registration and payment details will be by return email. This Workshop is registered with the Management Capability Development Voucher Fund. Find out more by visiting Regional Business Partners. Those who are eligible for this funding support will need to apply for this through their respective local Regional Business Partner.

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