The lean journey generally begins inside the four walls of the manufacturing facility, however eventually it extends to the supply base and our customers. As we begin focusing on waste elimination, inventory reduction and flow, we quickly realize that engagement by the "extended enterprise" is required to complete the lean journey.

Modeled after the LEI workbook “Building the Lean Fulfillment Stream” (coming out in February 2010), this workshop teaches how to apply lean to the supply chain and logistics function.

For more information, visit the Lean Enterprise Institute website.