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04/07/2011 11:49 AM
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Hi, can anybody help find a lean simulation game to use in a warehouse for lean training or any other information/resources for implementing Lean in a warehouse.
This would be for finished goods, raw material and parts for production lines.
Thanks
Lisa
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04/11/2011 01:42 PM
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Hi Lisa -
I am currently working with a product called OFFSim from The Change Works. The simulation is transactional in nature but very beneficial. I've looked into other sims including SCSIm (supply chain simulation) which would likely be what you are looking for.
I've used many other simulations through consultants in previous positions and would be happy to direct you if you'd like some contact information. I've been relatively unsuccessful finding "free" simulations online though.
-Amber
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04/12/2011 09:24 AM
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Hi Lisa,
I'll be presenting at the Noria Reliable Plant conference next week in Columbus, OH. My presentation is all Simulations. If you can get there, look for me. If not, contact me after the conference (its only fair that I wait until after the conference) and we can discuss. In addition, Martin B has a great collection of links to free lean simulations at http://www.leansimulations.blogspot.com/
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04/27/2011 10:54 PM
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Amber-
I'm currently researching Office Simulation games to use in conjuction with a "Lean Fundamentals" workshop. The OFFSim product from The Change Works looks like it would be a good fit.
Any feedback/insight you can provide base on your experience using this simulation (postive or negative) would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
Chris
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04/29/2011 05:27 PM
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Hi Crist,
in my factory we using the same simulation "Charly coil" for production and office . the benefit of this simulation are :
#. All memebers tobe a team, to product A-Grade product & on time delivery.
#. Each member need information, clear SOP and pursue the c/t.
#. Each member share the opportunity problem when simulation and th end of simulation we can product more A-grade product.
thanks,
Sagala Gun
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05/02/2011 11:02 AM
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I have built a Lean game to manufacture cars with Legos : 4 scenaris in which people touch the organisation improvements as kanban but also 5S around production area, supply chain impact, etc... This is vey good for any person (operator to staff) to understand the means to improve.
I am based in France.
William
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05/09/2011 09:34 AM
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Hello William,
Very interested in the lean game to manufacture cars with Legos.
Can you forward me the details please
Robert
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05/10/2011 11:14 AM
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Hi Chris -
The simulation can be run in either a 4 or 8 hour session. I can usually run 2 simulations at once and complete in about 6-7 hours.
The Good:
1. A simulation that focuses on paperwork and flow, repetetive activities and lack of communication in an office environment is fantastic. This is the first that I've seen that has been truly transacational.
2. I use this as a pre-requisite for all of the Kaizen events at my organization. It allows the participants to really see what a Kaizen is like from tools, teamwork, change management, implementation, potential personality conflicts, and the fantastic feeling of accomplishment once you are on the final round.
3. You can customize the tools. If you don't feel takt time is important for this group, then don't cover it...want to focus on Swim lane, vs VSM, you can make the change.
4. The "product" doesn't have a real name so you can customize it for the group you are working with.
5. I have received extremely positive feedback from our executive team and employees that have attended the training on the benefits of the simulation and correlation to their own environments.
6. You can run the simulation with as few as 7 people and as many as 16, however my sweet spot is 11-12.
The Bad:
1. The material that comes with the simulation (presenation, etc) is horrible. I've customized it for our company. In addition I purchased a "quick reference" guide from BMGI that has really helped a lot.
2. I've found The Change Works to be somewhat unresponsive... dealing with BMGI has really alleviated any stress.
3. You cannot customize the paperwork for your own organization, you have to purchase the consumables from TCW, or a consultant.
It took me about 3 sims to feel comfortable running without refernce to the quick guide. The training material is really the biggest downfall (besides price).
I hope this helps, but if you are looking for any other feedback, let me know!
-Amber
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05/26/2011 11:52 AM
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Amber,
Thanks for the feedback - I appreciate it. I have had some discussions with BMGI and will be getting on a conference call with them next week to get more details.
I'm glad to hear that you have had positive experiences running this simulation. It seems like this is the best available option for transactional processes. I also am happy to hear that the simulation is customizable to the tools that are applicable to your work environment.
Thanks again for your response.
Chris
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09/02/2011 11:27 AM
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I have a very interesting LEAN box game. It's about assembling boxes and bit by bit improve the process to move from push to pull mode very very interesting, simple and very low in term of cost. Unfortunately the file is too heavy around 31MB.
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09/06/2011 02:46 PM
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Can you Upload to www.rapidshare.com and share the link?
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10/24/2011 04:30 PM
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I have a great simulation building paper airplanes that I have used 5 different times with both Warehouse Management and Warehouse Employees. The simulation is focused on Lean principals and does a great job of introducing Lean. Let me know if I can help.
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01/06/2012 10:05 AM
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Hi Rodrigue,
I am a Lean Process manager for a drilling company, we fabricate rings. Presently I am preparing a workshop on lean, i really need a Lean box game. Let me know how I can get it.
Thanks a lot.
Paulin
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01/13/2012 09:57 AM
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Paulin,
i am based in USA, have applied Lean into Drilling Operations since 1995.
You can contact me via website www.dewardt.com or john@dewardt.com
Once i understand your goals i can provide some advice.
I have worked with your colleague Will Matthews on an SPE IADC paper.
Best regards, John
970 846 6571
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01/13/2012 01:03 PM
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Hi,
I've developed a paper based game that will allow the facilitator to introduce mist lean concepts including visualmanagement and team meetings. I have not uploaded it to my site as yet but please contact me directly if you are interested.
Cheers
Lee
www.leansecrets.co.uk
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01/20/2012 12:26 PM
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I would be very interested in your game to introduce such ethereal lean methodologies as Visual Management. I am in Canada and have only 2 years working in a department introducing Lean to a large corporation.
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01/23/2012 10:30 AM
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Hi David,
I have just taken up the ops role with a metal fabricator and there has been NO productivity improvement initiative ever in this plant (80). I am really starting at the bottom here so a really simpe game for lean simulation would be a good ice breaker.
Any chance you can send me the details?
Suprisingly I already have CEO involvement by insisting the ceo and plant manager read "Machine that changed the world", sent them a gift wrapped "Lean for Dummies" , just caught them viewing lean DVD THEY just purchased.....sometimes you need to plant the seed!!
cheers
regards
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01/23/2012 11:46 AM
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One very interesting game that we use at 5S events to introduce continuous improvement is what I call the Tennis Ball game.
Each member of the meetings stands up and loosely gets into a circle with me in line as well. I explain that the line represents the production line and that each person is one step in the process. I also explain that I will be timing the process from the moment the ball leaves my hand until the time it arrives back in my hand.
The process at each person is that they must receive it in their right hand, transfer it to their left hand and then transfer it to the next person in the process line.
They are asked to make changes to the process until they can improve to a certain state. So far, I have seen that eight people can improve from 11 seconds to about 3 seconds. The hint is the interpretation that the ball must touch every hand, right first and left second. It doesn't say that it must leave the first persons hand in doing so.
This has been an enjoyable game for the groups I have shown it. (I certainly was not the creator of the game). But it takes less than ten minutes and is a great ice breaker and learning tool.
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01/24/2012 12:40 PM
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Just saw this thread again and realized I never came back to it from my posting in April. If you're still looking for quick and simple simulations, the presentation I gave this spring can now be found at: http://dl.dropbox.com/u/255886...le%20Simulations.pptx
In addition, I've created and/or 's.w.i.p.e.d' additional simulations over the years and have a long (1.5 hour) LEGO simulation that is simple, yet drives home most features of lean vs. traditional manufacturing.
The presentation linked was shortened to maintain time allotted, so I couldn't include all simulations. Feeding off others' ideas, I have put to PowerPoint two additional presentations - 1 for office work flow (flow and 5S demonstration) and 1 for work flow/value stream steps (think of a hands-on simulation of a spaghetti diagram).
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01/24/2012 12:40 PM
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Bradley,
I have a Lean game that is a complete introduction to Lean designed to last 4 hours. It covers, The Seven Wastes, 5S, Process Maps, Standard Work, Employee Engagement, Work Instructions, Time Standards, Visual Management...the whole enchilada. I have led this training at the beginning of several Lean implementations with a high rate of success. many leaders refer back to the training for years to come. Let me know if you want more information.
David Bandy
Mesa, AZ
602-722-9582
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