Lean means doing more with less. Acando offers techniques, methodologies and expertise to support the organisations on their Lean journey. Acando supports them in assessing their current position, from a Lean perspective, and to focus and implement the right next steps on this journey.
Most of the companies are facing the same complex and competitive market that made Toyota start their Lean journey. Even if Lean has its roots in production the thinking and the principles have successfully been used in other areas, e.g. within public service, the service industry and in the administration. It is important to understand that becoming a Lean company requires a strategic decision which, even though short term benefits can be achieved, will take the organisation several years of transformation. It is not just about using Lean tools, it is the combination of using Lean thinking, principles, methodology and tools in a balanced way to successfully implement Lean. Acando offers Lean transformation services to support the organisation in preparing, implementing Lean – to take the first (or just next) step on their Lean journey.
Acando supports the organisation in setting up an effective operational system, using and coaching in Lean tools and methodologies. Acando supports the organisation in designing new operational systems and using them to increase the effect through the use of the right tools and methodologies.
Acando brings profound knowledge and expertise in change management to support the organisation in training and coaching people into Lean thinking and Lean principles. This gives them the opportunity to evolve their mindset and to act in a more “Lean” way. Training of the employees is one important part to get the right understanding
To transforming to a Lean organisation you needsupport from management team, but also a management system to support Lean thinking and the Lean principles. Acando has a wide experience in setting up a management system that really makes the difference.