Proceedings: 2007 APICS International Conference & Expo
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Progressing Beyond Lean Programs to Becoming a Lean Enterprise
Educational Session Tracks & other programs
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Lean Operations
Program Code:
C-7
Date:
Monday, October 22, 2007
Time:
2:30 PM to 3:45 PM
EST
Location:
109-111-113
SPEAKER
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Ann K. Gatewood, CFPIM, CIRM, is president of Gatewood Associates. Gatewood specializes in delivering adult education and training in the areas of enterprise resources planning (ERP), operations and resource management, project management and team building, change management, and supply chain. She has successfully implemented ERP systems for numerous manufacturing organizations in a variety of industries. Gatewood has been a member of APICS for 24 years and currently serves on the APICS Curricula and Certification Council.
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Description
Many organizations make the mistake of implementing lean programs independent of organizational strategies or people involvement. Gain step-by-step instruction for spreading lean transformation throughout your organization, whether you are the lean champion, manager, or simply an interested employee. Ann K. Gatewood, CFPIM, CIRM, president of Gatewood Associates, shows the importance of developing a lean transformation process, including communication and training, to avoid pitfalls. Learn about adjustment stages, as well as methods for developing a lean-friendly culture. See how to assess your own organization's readiness for, or progress toward, lean transformation.