Key Elements of Lean | Research Report
This video introduces the 5 principles of Lean, defines Lean culture, and identifies the 8 key characteristics of Lean.
Lean Technique: Kaizen Improvement | Research Report
This video provides insight into the Kaizen Improvement process, the overall objectives of a Kaizen, and the steps followed to facilitate a successful event. The Kaizen Improvement process is critical to the overall Lean implementation process.
Lean Technique: Identifying Waste | Research Report
This video emphasizes the importance of identifying and eliminating waste in Lean. The video includes descriptions of the 8 wastes of Lean and how they do not create value for end customers.
Lean Technique: Data Collection Plan | Research Report
This video provides background information about how data collection plans may be utilized as a Lean implementation technique. The video answers the following questions: What is a data collection plan? When do we need it? What are the key components of the plan? And how should it be used?
Lean Technique: Data Analysis Techniques | Research Report
This video details the value of data analysis and some of the commonly used data analysis techniques for implementing Lean.
Lean Technique: Communication and Change Management | Research Report
This video introduces the concepts of Communications and Change Management as critical techniques to implementing Lean successfully. The video emphasizes the need for an Effective Communication Plan and highlights the three key elements of Change Management.
Batch and One Piece Flow | Research Report
This video describes the process of "batch" and "one piece" flow and how it can be utilized as a Lean technique to achieve continuous flow throughout your organization.
5S Lean Technique | Research Report
This video describes the 5S methodology in the context of Lean. As a Lean technique, 5S is used to create an organized, clean and safe work environment while maximizing the overall effectiveness of your workplace.
Whakatane District Council – Transport Asset Management Plan | Document
Asset Management, Bridge, PavementThe Whakatane District Council 2011/2012 TAMP outlines the agency’s strategic goals and provides a framework for an integrated planning practice, linking Asset Management Plans to the Long Term Plan and Annual Plans.
Publisher: Whakatane District Council (New Zealand)
A Guidebook for Sustainability Performance Measurement for Transportation Agencies | Research Report
EnvironmentNCHRP Report 708 provides an overview of the state of sustainability practice in the transportation industry and details for improving sustainability practice within an agency. This report also includes an exploration of sustainability-related performance measures, including data sources and example of use.
A Guide to Risk Management | Research Report
Required by the 2009 Financial Accountability Act all statutory bodies of the Queensland Government are required to maintain systems of risk management. This document outlines the new standard of risk management for Queensland, focusing mainly on defining the risk management process and the integration of risk management framework into government agencies.
Muswellbrook Shire Council – Asset Management Plan | Plan
Asset Management, Bridge, Pavement, SafetyThe Muswellbrook Shire Council 2011 TAMP includes agency goals for maintaining the quality, function, and safety of the transportation network. The document also outlines key performance measures, with a desired level of service, a process for determining the performance measure, established targets, and current funded performance.
Publisher: Muswellbrook Shire Council (Australia)