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    Overview

    What's Included

    Course Highlights

    Eligibility Criteria

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    Who Can Take

    What Is Lean Management, and Who Is This Course For?

    Your Practical Start in Lean

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    What's Included in Your Lean Fundamentals Training

    • One-day comprehensive course across nine modules

    • 8 PDUs on completion of the training

    • Coverage of value stream mapping, kanban, 5S and takt time

    • Copy of course material and SME-prepared study guide

    • Industry-driven case studies

    • Course completion certificate from Invensis Learning

    Key Highlights

    of the Lean Fundamentals Training Course

    Lean Fundamentals Training Eligibility in the South Africa

    Who Can Enrol?

    Why Lean Fundamentals Skills Are Worth Building

    Real Value on the Job

    Who Should Take Lean Fundamentals Training in South Africa?

    • Team Leaders

    • Business Analysts

    • Operations Managers

    • Project Managers

    • Manufacturing Engineers

    • Production Supervisors

    • Process Improvement Managers

    • Quality Assurance Specialists

    Where Lean Skills Can Take Your Career

    Roles and Demand Across South Africa

    Lean thinking is in demand across South Africa's manufacturing, automotive, mining, FMCG and services sectors, where employers face real pressure to cut cost and waste. Professionals who can see waste and improve flow are valued in roles from production supervisor and process analyst to continuous improvement specialist, quality manager and operations manager. The skills built in Lean Fundamentals training map directly to many of these roles. Here is what the local market looks like right now.

    Why Lean Skills Are in Demand in South Africa

    Lean Fundamentals is where a Lean journey starts. Give yourself or your team the skills to see waste, improve flow and deliver more value. Begin today.

    Your South Africa Lean Transformation

    Where You Stand Today,

    And Where Lean Skills Take You

    South Africa's manufacturers and service organisations are under pressure to cut cost and waste, and they increasingly value people who can improve how work flows. Here is the shift Lean Fundamentals helps you make.

    Sources: PayScale, ERI SalaryExpert, Glassdoor (South Africa) 2026.

    Module 2: Lean Mentality / Muda (Waste) Elimination

    • Understanding the concept of the hidden factory and the hidden office, and how non-value-adding activities consume resources without contributing to customer value in both manufacturing and administrative environments
    • Exploring the seven types of waste in Lean, including overproduction, waiting, transportation, over-processing, inventory, motion, and defects, and how each type manifests across different operational contexts
    • Developing the skills to identify waste within processes through systematic observation, process analysis, and the application of Lean waste identification tools
    • Learning the strategies and principles used to eliminate or reduce waste once identified, and the role of cultural and behavioural change in sustaining waste reduction over time

    Module 3: Mapping the Value Stream

    • Understanding the purpose and methodology of value stream mapping as a tool for visualizing the complete flow of materials and information required to deliver a product or service to the customer
    • Exploring different types of value stream maps, including current-state maps that document existing processes and future-state maps that define the improved process design
    • Learning how to create and interpret value stream maps to identify areas of waste, delay, and inefficiency within a process and to prioritise improvement actions
    • Understanding how value stream mapping provides the analytical foundation for planning and executing Lean improvement events and targeted process changes

    Module 4: Lean Events

    • Exploring the Kaizen event as a focused, team-based improvement activity designed to achieve significant process change within a short and defined timeframe
    • Understanding the structure and stages of a standard five-day Kaizen event, from preparation and scoping through to execution, solution testing, and results presentation
    • Learning how to plan and run shorter Lean events when the scope or available time requires a condensed improvement activity without sacrificing rigor or impact
    • Developing the facilitation and team management skills needed to lead Lean events effectively and ensure that improvement gains are sustained after the event concludes

    Module 5: Constraints

    • Understanding the concept of process constraints and how bottlenecks in process flow limit the throughput, efficiency, and capacity of the entire value stream
    • Learning systematic approaches for identifying constraints within a process, including observation-based methods, data analysis, and value stream review techniques
    • Exploring strategies for addressing bottlenecks, including process redesign, resource reallocation, workload balancing, and targeted improvement activities
    • Understanding the relationship between constraint management and broader Lean improvement efforts, and how resolving bottlenecks contributes to overall flow and value stream performance

    Module 6: Flow and Takt Time

    • Exploring the principle of flow in Lean and how continuous, uninterrupted movement of work through the value stream minimizes waiting, batching, and inventory accumulation
    • Understanding Takt time as the rate at which products or services must be produced to match customer demand, and how Takt time is calculated and applied in process design
    • Learning how to use Takt time as a planning tool to set the rhythm of production flow and ensure that process capacity is aligned to actual customer demand
    • Examining the relationship between flow, Takt time, and the broader Lean goal of delivering value to the customer efficiently, consistently, and without waste

    Module 7: Pull Systems and Kanban

    • Understanding the principles of pull-based production, in which work is initiated by actual customer demand rather than forecast-driven schedules or upstream production push
    • Exploring the Kanban system as a simple and visual method for signalling demand and controlling the flow of work, materials, and information through a process
    • Learning how to design and implement a basic Kanban system, including the selection of signal types, determination of replenishment quantities, and establishment of workflow rules
    • Understanding how pull systems and Kanban reduce overproduction, excess inventory, and lead time while improving process responsiveness to changing customer demand

    Module 8: 5S Implementation

    • Exploring the five elements of 5S, including Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardise, and Sustain, and how each element contributes to a safe, organised, and efficient workplace
    • Learning the systematic approach to implementing 5S across a work area or department, from initial assessment and Sort activities through to the development of standardised procedures and audit routines
    • Understanding how 5S creates the physical and organisational foundation that Lean tools and improvement activities require to function effectively and sustainably
    • Developing the skills to sustain 5S gains over time through visual management, regular audits, team accountability, and the integration of 5S standards into daily work habits

    Module 9: Lean Management Principles

    • Understanding the key principles of Lean management and how they guide the implementation and ongoing operation of Lean systems within organizations
    • Exploring the leadership behaviors, management practices, and organisational structures that enable Lean to move from a set of tools to a sustained operational discipline
    • Learning how to develop and communicate a Lean implementation strategy that aligns improvement activities with organisational goals, resource availability, and process maturity
    • Understanding the role of performance measurement, visual management, and continuous review in sustaining Lean improvements and building a long-term culture of operational excellence

    Course Curriculum

    of the Lean Fundamentals Training

    This online Lean Fundamentals training course is structured across nine modules that progress from the foundational principles and mentality of Lean through to the full suite of practical tools and management principles that enable organizations to implement and sustain operational excellence. Each module builds on the previous one to ensure participants develop a coherent and comprehensive understanding of Lean as both a philosophy and a practical improvement discipline. The curriculum is suitable for professionals across operations, quality, manufacturing, and process improvement roles, and is designed to connect directly to the Lean implementation challenges faced by organizations across the South Africa.

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    Lean Skills You Will Put to Work

    Practical Tools for Everyday Work

    You will learn to see waste, apply the five Lean principles and use the core Lean tools that improve how work flows. By the end of this one-day course you can run a simple waste walk, apply 5S and support Kaizen in your own area.

    Spot the Eight Wastes (DOWNTIME)

    Recognise and classify defects, overproduction, waiting, non-utilised talent, transport, inventory, motion and extra processing in your own daily work, along with Muda, Mura and Muri.

    Apply the Five Lean Principles

    Define value from the customer's view, map the value stream, create flow, establish pull and pursue perfection, so value-adding work moves without interruption or waste.

    Organise Work with 5S

    Use Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardise and Sustain to build a clean, visual, efficient workplace that reveals problems and supports safety, quality and flow.

    Map Value with VSM and Kanban

    Read a current-state value stream map to see where time and value are lost, and understand how pull systems and Kanban cap work in progress and remove overproduction.

    Standardise and Improve with Kaizen

    Apply standard work and the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle to lock in the best-known method, then use daily Kaizen and Gemba walks to keep improving it over time.

    Apply Lean Across Any Industry

    Adapt Lean thinking to manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, logistics and IT, and leave with practical first steps to apply in your own role and team.

    Lean Fundamentals Training Modes

    for Professionals and Teams

    We offer flexible training formats designed to suit different learning preferences, schedules, and professional goals. Whether you prefer self-paced learning or a structured, corporate, instructor-led experience, choose the option that best supports your skill development journey through the best Lean Fundamentals online training options available.

    Lean Fundamentals Classroom Training

    • Instructor-led classroom sessions

    • Interactive discussions and group activities

    • Real-world examples and practical exercises

    • Structured learning with fixed schedules

    • Opportunities for peer networking and collaboration

    • Practice assessments and knowledge checks

    • Dedicated Q&A and concept clarification

    • Immediate trainer feedback and support

    Learn through face-to-face sessions led by experienced instructors in a collaborative classroom environment. This classroom Lean Fundamentals training format combines expert guidance, peer interaction, and hands-on activities to create an engaging learning experience.

    Best For: Learners who prefer in-person interaction, structured schedules, and collaborative learning experiences.

    Lean Fundamentals Corporate Group Training

    • Customized training aligned to organizational goals

    • Flexible delivery: onsite, virtual, hybrid, or blended

    • Scheduling tailored to business availability

    • Role-based examples and industry-relevant discussions

    • Progress tracking and learner assessments where applicable

    • Dedicated coordination and administrative support

    • Consistent learning experiences across teams

    • Scalable delivery for local, regional, or global workforces

    Designed for organizations that want to build capabilities at scale, standardize knowledge, and support workforce development through customized team learning initiatives and Lean Fundamentals training for companies.

    Best For: Organizations looking to upskill employees, address capability gaps, and deliver consistent training across teams.

    Lean Fundamentals Focused 1-to-1 Training

    • One-to-one instructor attention

    • Customized learning plans and objectives

    • Flexible scheduling based on availability

    • Personalized feedback and coaching

    • Additional focus on challenging topics

    • Targeted practice and revision support

    • Faster clarification of questions and concepts

    • Learning pace is adapted to individual needs

    Receive personalized instruction tailored to your goals, pace, and learning requirements through dedicated sessions delivered by the Lean Fundamentals training company.

    Best For: Professionals seeking personalized guidance, accelerated learning, or focused support to achieve specific outcomes.

    Lean Fundamentals Live Virtual Training

    Lean Fundamentals Live Virtual Training

    Live online instructor-led sessions

    Interactive discussions and virtual activities

    Expert guidance from experienced trainers

    Practice assessments and revision support

    Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

    Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

    Small batch sizes for personalized attention

    Access from any location with internet connectivity

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    Please Note: Attend fully interactive weekend Lean Fundamentals training sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences.

    Best For: Professionals seeking the flexibility of online learning without compromising on live instructor interaction.

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    Why Choose Invensis Learning for Lean Fundamentals in South Africa

    A Practitioner-Led Learning Partner

    Invensis Learning is a global, ISO 9001:2015 certified training provider and a trusted Lean Fundamentals training company in South Africa that has delivered practical process improvement and quality training to professionals and teams worldwide. Our Lean Fundamentals training is led by experienced practitioners who bring real shop-floor and service examples into every session. Whether you join as an individual or enrol your team, you get flexible delivery, structured courseware and support before, during and after the training, so the learning translates into results at work.

    • ISO 9001:2015 certified training provider trusted worldwide
    • Experienced practitioner trainers with real Lean and operations expertise
    • Live virtual, classroom and on-site delivery to suit your schedule
    • Practical, exercise-based learning you can apply immediately
    • Structured courseware, templates and post-training support
    • Corporate and group training tailored to your sector
    • Course completion certificate from Invensis Learning
    • Trusted by professionals and organisations across many industries

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    Lean Fundamentals Training Locations in South Africa

    Instructor-led in-person Classroom training is available for group batches. All other public cohorts are delivered as Instructor-led Live Virtual. See available cohorts.

    Lean Fundamentals Training Location in South Africa

    The Westin Cape Town Convention Square, Lower Long Street, Cape Town Ward 115, Cape Town, City of Cape Town, Western Cape, 8000, South Africa

    Lean Fundamentals Training Location in South Africa

    Southern Sun Katherine Street Sandton, 115, Linden Street, Atholl Gardens, Johannesburg Ward 91, Johannesburg, City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, Gauteng, 2146, South Africa

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    Build a Lean-Ready Team

    • Train whole teams in Lean at once for a shared foundation
    • On-site, live virtual or blended delivery around shift patterns
    • Sector-tailored examples, from automotive to financial services
    • Practical waste and 5S exercises using your own processes
    • Flexible scheduling and group pricing for your organisation
    • Dedicated coordination and post-training learner support
    • Scalable delivery for teams across South Africa

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    Lean Fundamentals training is a one-day, non-certification course that introduces Lean management: the five Lean principles, the eight wastes (DOWNTIME) and core tools such as 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, standard work and Kaizen. It suits every industry and role.