Lean Factory Japan Tour 2018 – Focus On Life Sciences and Cosmetics

A study tour in Japan to live a comprehensive Lean experience, thanks to a privileged access to Life Sciences and Cosmetic plants, such as Pfizer, Kanebo, Kao and Kobayashi and to see first-hand the implementation of the Lean Thinking approach in processes subject to a strict regulation.

The study tour highlights:

• Site visits in Life Sciences and Cosmetics manufacturing organizations, in order to understand how Lean Management principles are implemented in Japan in these sectors
• Workshop with regulatory bodies as the JPMA (Japan Pharmaceutical Manufacturers  Association) and with Mangers of the visited companies
• Hands-on training sessions held by Lean Experts
• Daily group debriefing, held by a Lean Expert, to maximize benefits from the shared experience and to focus on Lean methodologies
• Direct interaction with local Management Systems and Managers, thanks to the support of a Japanese culture expert
• Sharing other entrepreneurs and managers experiences far from everyday routine