Lean Supply Chain and Continuous Improvement
Course overview
Waste hides in every step of a supply chain, from excess inventory to unnecessary movement and waiting. This course applies lean thinking to identify and remove that waste across the flow of goods and information. Delegates learn practical improvement tools and how to sustain gains.
What you will gain
- Identify the forms of waste in supply chains
- Map value streams end to end
- Apply pull and flow principles
- Reduce lead times and variability
- Run improvement events with teams
- Sustain improvements over time
Who should attend
- Supply chain and operations staff
- Continuous improvement specialists
- Warehouse and logistics managers
- Procurement professionals
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 to 11 Nov 2026 | Dubai | 3 Days | US$1,500 | Book |
| 8 to 10 Mar 2027 | London | 3 Days | US$1,500 | Book |
| 12 to 14 Jul 2027 | Johannesburg | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Dates run in the second week of each month. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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