About The Institute
For many companies the implementation of “lean” has become a critical aspect of their operation – yet
many companies also report that their lean initiatives have not led to the expected bottom-line
improvements! At the same time it is also accepted that the range of tools and techniques contained
within the Lean toolbox are powerful when used in the correct manner. This suggests that many
companies are perhaps using tools in the wrong place. Few people would try to plaster a wall with a
screwdriver, and few would try to tighten a bolt with a paintbrush, which implies that it is essential
to pick the right tool for the job and be an expert in its use.
Using the focusing power of the Theory of Constraints (TOC) can sort out the toolbox – with dramatic
results. TOC techniques are able to identify the priority areas and concentrate improvements where
they will have the most impact on the overall performance of the company. TOC methodology works
perfectly well with Lean, helping to identify the right tool for the job and guiding people through
the application in order to achieve better global performance.
TOC-Lean thus provides a high degree
of focus which is both in tune with reality and achievable on a practical level.
The ability to develop people is crucial to
what we do: the thinking processes that lie at the heart of TOC are the basis for the Thinking For
Change approach for focusing on both team and business issues, and
in a coaching role, for enabling individuals to achieve their goal in life, leading to a better life
for all concerned.
The TOC-Lean Institute was launched in October 2006 to promote the benefits that the
fusion of the Theory of Constraints and Lean techniques can bring to both manufacturing and
service industries. The Institute, founded by Dr Ted Hutchin, a TOC expert and practitioner
with 20 years experience of implementing TOC and Lean in companies throughout Europe, will provide a
range of services to highlight the power and capability of TOC-Lean.
The goal of this not-for-profit venture is to encourage people to learn more about how the combination
of TOC and Lean can deliver improved service, better profitability and higher Return on Investment.
The Institute will initially focus on the following strands of activity:
- The development of the “TOC-Lean Forum” as a regular channel for disseminating knowledge about the
applications of TOC and Lean.
- The establishment of a “TOC-Lean Library” to enable members to access resources such as research
studies, case studies, white papers, and other knowledge in order to improve their understanding of
both TOC and Lean.
- The promotion of briefings, seminars, and workshops to enable members to learn more about the
various tools of both TOC and Lean, and importantly how they work together to generate greater value.
- The hosting of TOCICO examinations. We are an approved examination centre for TOCICO, the
International Certification Organization for TOC practitioners.
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