Face to Face, Online and e-Coaching Services

A complete Lean transformation is delivered through a rare and unique skillset applied from the executive suite to operators on the frontline. We assess the gap to the client’s needs, jointly formulate a customised roadmap, develop the leadership to lead the change, train the frontline, model the approach through a pilot operation across relevant entity functions, check and adapt, and then roll out wide. These lean consulting services are delivered in a practical, people focused way that strengthens capability and supports sustainable improvement.


Services Available in Virtual and Online Format

Training

  • LEAN overview for executives
  • Frontline Training
  • Gemba Coaching
  • All LEAN best practice tools
  • Cultural Change Coaching by Executives in their Unique Role
  • Practical Strategic LEAN Leadership Guide for Executives
  • 2-day LEAN Simulation Training on Relevant LEAN Tools Using a Learn by Doing Approach (Face to Face Only)
  • LEAN Practitioner Support and Coaching

Lean Rollout

  • Full LEAN Roll Out
  • LEAN Gap Assessment
  • Facilitating Planning Your Vision into a Roadmap
  • Strategy Deployment (Hoshin Kanri)
  • All Aspects of Practical LEAN Roll Out
  • Gemba Consulting and Coaching
  • LEAN improvement Project Facilitation, for example SMED, Value Stream Mapping, Problem Solving etc.

Embedding the above cultural change into your organisation is achieved through a comprehensive people focused approach, through coaching 1 on 1 at the gemba (the place where value is created) in a non-threatening coaching engagement style with no room for incrimination or fear. This develops confidence in solving problems and empowers staff to contribute and make changes for improvement (kaizen).

This work reflects structured lean management consulting, supported by practical Lean management strategies across training, rollout, and coaching.

Industry Experience


Manufacturing & Industrial

Deep heritage in automotive (Ford, Goodyear and others), transforming legacy operations (Firestone to Bridgestone and others).

Biopharmaceutical & Healthcare

Experience leading Lean transformation for global organisations like Seqirus CSL (Australia, UK and USA).

Education

Applying Lean principles to eliminate waste and enhance operational effectiveness in diverse non manufacturing environments.

Food & Dairy

Proven track record, including transforming global entities like Fonterra in New Zealand, Australia, and South Africa.

Logistics & Supply Chain

Expertise in optimising networks, creating unhindered flow and eliminating barriers to growth.

Finance & Banking

Focus on waste elimination and process improvement in service sectors, empowering teams to identify and solve problems.

Ready for Sustainable Business Improvement?

Unlock the full potential of Lean transformation with expert guidance. Let’s work together to build a culture of operational excellence that delivers sustainable growth and competitive advantage through lean consulting services and structured lean process improvement consulting.

Let’s Start Your Lean Journey


Our Lean Sensei consultants guide organisations seeking practical improvement, including those looking for lean consulting Melbourne & Geelong support. Book a call to speak with Dirk Crouse, an experienced international lean manufacturing consultant who will help clarify your next steps and recommend the right approach.

  • Serving Melbourne, Geelong, and regional Victoria