QRM for Consultants New Driving Client Success through Quick Response Manufacturing

Gain in-depth knowledge of QRM’s strategic and tactical aspects, from implementing office and shop floor cells to leveraging advanced scheduling systems like POLCA. Learn to assess client needs, design tailored QRM solutions, and guide successful implementations that lead to significant improvements in lead times, costs, and market responsiveness. Through hands-on exercises, case studies, and practical frameworks, become a trusted advisor in lead time reduction and operational efficiency.

• Consultants and advisors who work with manufacturing clients to drive transformational change.
• Business professionals with experience in Six Sigma, Lean, TOC, or Agile Manufacturing seeking to complement these methodologies with QRM.
• Professionals aiming to guide their clients through QRM implementations, from initial strategy to overcoming adoption challenges.

Day 1: QRM Fundamentals and Client Applications

1. Introduction to QRM for Consultants
• Overview of QRM principles and their impact on client competitiveness.
• Understanding how QRM complements Six Sigma, Lean, TOC, and Agile.
• The consultant’s role in identifying and capitalizing on QRM opportunities for clients.
2. QRM Office Cells: Streamlining Business Processes
• Designing office cells to reduce hand-offs, lead times, and operational complexity.
• Implementation steps for creating Quick Response Office Cells (Q-ROCs) within client organizations.
3. Shop Floor Cell Design and Scheduling Solutions
• Advanced strategies for designing shop floor cells in high-mix, low-volume, and custom production environments.
• Introduction to POLCA: a visual control system to enhance shop floor performance.
4. Building the Business Case for QRM Transformations
• Developing both financial and non-financial justifications for QRM.
• Demonstrating ROI through case studies and real-world examples of QRM success.

Day 2: Advanced QRM Tools, Implementation, and Consulting Skills

1. Advanced QRM Tools: POLCA and MCT Mapping
• In-depth exploration of POLCA and its benefits for client scheduling and flow management.
• Using Manufacturing Critical-path Time (MCT) as a diagnostic tool to uncover client inefficiencies.
2. Guiding Clients Through QRM Implementation
• Step-by-step approaches to QRM implementation tailored to various client needs.
• Managing the change process: gaining client buy-in and sustaining momentum.
3. Overcoming Challenges in QRM Adoption
• Addressing common client obstacles such as resistance to change and resource limitations.
• Case studies on successfully overcoming barriers and achieving client success with QRM.
4. Consulting Best Practices and Client Engagement Techniques
• Effective communication strategies for presenting QRM recommendations.
• Building long-term relationships through ongoing support and continuous improvement initiatives.
5. Workshop: Customizing QRM Solutions for Clients
• Group exercises to apply QRM concepts to real-world consulting scenarios.
• Peer feedback and expert guidance on tailoring QRM strategies to specific client challenges.
6. Wrap-Up: Next Steps for QRM Consultants
• Key takeaways from the course and how to integrate QRM with existing consulting practices.
• Q&A session to address consultant-specific questions and challenges.