Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Preparation
24/10/2024Office Management and Secretarial Skills
24/10/2024Improving Operational Performance and Productivity
£4,000.00
Overview:
This comprehensive training program is designed to equip professionals with advanced skills and tools to audit, analyze, and improve operational performance and productivity. Through a combination of quality auditing techniques and operational optimization strategies, participants will be empowered to identify inefficiencies, implement improvements, and drive continuous organizational success.
Program Objectives:
- Identify inefficiencies and process bottlenecks through quality and operational audits, and apply effective strategies to streamline operations.
- Apply proven optimization methods such as Six Sigma, Kaizen, and process reengineering to boost operational efficiency and reduce waste.
- Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure productivity and operational effectiveness, using audit results to drive improvement.
- Optimize supply chain management through enhanced auditing techniques, improving inventory control, demand forecasting, and supplier relationships.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement by embedding quality audit processes and empowering employees to contribute to operational excellence.
Target Audience:
- Quality Auditors
- Engineers
- Operations Managers
- Team Leaders
- Middle and Senior Managers
- Project Managers
- Department Heads
Program Outline:
Day 1: Understanding Operational Efficiency through Auditing
- Introduction to operational performance and quality auditing principles.
- Identifying critical KPIs for operational efficiency and productivity.
- Conducting operational audits to analyze process flows and detect inefficiencies.
- Implementing Lean and automation strategies based on audit findings to enhance productivity.
Day 2: Process Optimization through Quality Audits
- Applying Six Sigma and Kaizen methodologies in operational audits to identify and eliminate defects.
- Conducting value stream mapping and process reengineering based on audit insights.
- Leveraging agile auditing techniques to adapt operations to dynamic environments.
Day 3: Performance Measurement and Data Analysis
- Establishing audit-aligned performance metrics and tracking systems.
- Using data analytics and auditing reports to identify trends and performance gaps.
- Employing data visualization techniques to present audit findings and recommend improvements.
- Implementing audit-driven feedback mechanisms for ongoing performance enhancement.
Day 4: Enhancing Supply Chain Performance through Auditing
- Auditing the supply chain to improve operational performance.
- Optimizing inventory and demand forecasting through effective audit practices.
- Strengthening supplier relationships through performance audits and vendor management strategies.
- Leveraging technology (e.g., RFID, IoT) to enhance supply chain visibility and efficiency through quality audits.
Day 5: Fostering a Culture of Continuous Improvement
- Building a culture of innovation and excellence through quality auditing.
- Encouraging employees to use audit insights to drive operational improvements.
- Providing training programs focused on quality auditing and continuous improvement.
- Recognizing contributions to quality and operational excellence based on audit results.
- Sharing best practices and audit findings across departments to drive organizational success.