Increasingly, company leaders are mandating the transformation to lean manufacturing. Going lean presents challenges to established company culture, managers, engineers, and production personnel. Plus, the transformation can inhibit manufacturing methods, including material flow. This presentation will address the challenges and the considerations for achieving success when converting to forklift-free operation. Topics discussed will include team building, concurrent planning incorporating the four key aspects of forklift-free system design, common challenges, and application details. Participants will gain an understanding of the benefits and challenges related to forklift-free, lean material flow system.