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Bill Gaw's Manufacturing Simulation Game is transforming
ERP-MRP supporters into "Make-a-Difference"
LEAN-MRP Advocates and Champions
 

Participative exercises that demonstrate how to transform
a MRP "Push" system into a LEAN "Pull" system that
increases speed, improves quality, and eliminates
non-value-added activities and related costs.



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The Lego Tower LEAN-MRP Simulation Game

Finally, a training package that transforms MRP supporters into LEAN-MRP advocates and  champions.

Bill Gaw's Lean Manufacturing Simulation Game, demonstrates the benefits of pull production and production cells (lean manufacturing) versus push/batch production (MRP). The game compares batch or push production techniques to one piece pull production using sequential production and point-of-use methodology. It shows how quality and productivity improve while reducing WIP inventory, scrap, rework, and floor space. The game has been designed for 6-12 participants with unlimited observers. It is based upon each participant taking an active role in running a mini-production line where ‘real’ products are manufactured.

Who Needs it?

* Manufacturers that need to increase their competitive edge
*
Organizations dissatisfied with their lean initiative results
* Individuals responsible for lean initiative success
* Manufacturers and Individuals in pursuit of growth and earning
* Consultants that present lean manufacturing seminars
* Lean Manufacturing training specialists

Our simulation game customer list speaks for itself. These companies are serious, as we know you are, about optimizing results from their lean initiative and improving their bottom line. Below is a partial list of our 294 customers using Bill Gaw's simulation game in their effort to transform their MRP supporters into LEAN-MRP advocates and champions:

Oakley, Inc.

Central GA Technical College

Rockwell Collins

Laser Alignment

Ferris State University

Dynamic Solutions

Loyalist College

Actuant

Lakeside manufacturing

Invacare

ATM Group

TRW Corporation

GKN Aerospace Services - SL

Honeywell/Grimes Aerospace

Metro Logic Instruments

Chiquita Brands Inc.

Waltco Truck Eqpt. Co.

Parker Hannifin Corp.

Hastings Manufacturing Co.

Cooper Tools

Invar Manufacturing

Maytag Appliances

Corio Consulting, LLC

Cleveland Community College

Navy Air Depot North Island

International Truck & Engine

Goebel Consulting Group, Inc.

Cardinal Health

Newport Corp.

Canadan Manufacturers & Exporters

Excel Parnership, Inc.

National Optronics

Aearo Technologies

Christopher Hogan & Associates

NHS Institute

Systems & Mfg. Solutions Pte Ltd.

Valmont Industries

Flextronics Intl Techologia Ltda

Eagle Industries Inc.

Senior Aerospace Ketema

Pfizer Ireland Pharmaceuticals

Siemens Limited

Office Depot

Western Kentucky University

Fenwal Inc.

Johnson & Johnson

Medtronics CRDM

RocwellCollins

Paris Consulting, LLC

Louisiana State University

Amazon.com

Western Technical College

Australian Industry Group

GESEI Consulting S.R.I.

Jamestown Comm College

Polytechnic University of PR

Sigma Pharmaceuticals

JFS Management Group

Panasonic Electronic Devices

Glatfelter Falkenhagen GmbH

Jet Products Division

Pacific Aerospace & Electronics

One of our customer saying it even better than we can:

"Your manufacturing training materials are the easiest and fastest way to understand the practicalities of lean manufacturing that I have seen in many years of management consulting activity. I intend to use them in my practice, if you are agreeable, since I am now extending into new consulting areas."

                  Luis Nascimento, DMA Consultores, Porto, Portugal


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LEAN-MRP Manufacturing Simulation Game

Organizations that are lean, agile, and quick to
respond clearly have the edge."

                                          Price Pritchett

Simulation exercises to help manufacturing teams understand:

*  The pros and cons of "push" vs, "pull" manufacturing systems
The root cause of shop floor chaos and workplace stress
*  The importance of line flow technology
*  The power of sequential production and point-of-use logistics
*  How to move from "firefighting" to proactive problem solving
*  How to successfully implement a lean manufacturing initiative.

It's time to wake up to reality and these intensive, action learning exercises are providing the wake up call. Sequential production and point-of-use logistics boosts production performance. Its methodology has proven to help manufacturing companies decrease cycle times, improve on-time deliveries, decrease operating costs and improve customer satisfaction. Companies that understand and implement the concepts demonstrated in Bill Gaw's Lean Manufacturing Simulation Game consistently outperform their competitors. Lean manufacturing simulation exercises provide an effective methodology for identifying and achieving a company's full growth and profit potential. Below are some of the program highlights:

LEAN-MRP Manufacturing Simulation Game

Action-Learning Featuring:


MRP Order Picking in the Stockroom

         What I hear... I forget, 
                                      What I see... I remember,
                                                           What I do ... I understand

Detailed instructions that describe how each exercise is set up and carried out. Also instructions on what non-participants should be watching and recording for the "after game forum."

Hands-on participation by teams that will setup MRP and lean  production factory simulations for comparing the effectiveness of two distinct production methods:


Game Process Synopsis 

Active participation for 6 to 12 people with sideline observation note taking by up to 20 observers.

Team builds 20 Lego Towers of two configurations, 6 MRP subassemblies... from 320 LEGO Bricks.

MRP (Push) simulation includes stockroom, shop order picking and subassembly production. Time to complete: 15-45 minutes depending on team skill level.

Lean manufacturing simulation sets up a "one- piece" flow production line using JIT and kanbans. Time to complete: 5-10 minutes depending on team skill level.

A post-forum review initiates a discussion of the pros and cons of each methodology.

 

The LEAN-MRP Manufacturing Simulation Game will clearly demonstrate the complexity of shop floor control under a standard MRP (Push) production system. The opening of shop orders, picking of parts, building of assemblies and the final product production process are carried out in real-time.

The LEAN-MRP Manufacturing Simulation Game is a demonstration of how sequential production and point-of-use logistics can turn a marginally successful product line into a huge winners.

Cycle Time Management is demonstrated and recorded, pros and cons of each methodology recorded and post exercise forum drive home the lean manufacturing paradigm. 

Another customer saying it even better than we can:

Bill, 

Thank you for your permission.  We have already purchased and used the lean Manufacturing Simulation Game and have found it of great value in demonstrating lean concepts.  

Regards,

John Bursill
Manager Manufacturing Services
INNOVEN


This LEAN-MRP Manufacturing Simulation Game has helped individuals and companies:

*  Better understand how to integrate lean manufacturing with MRP
Transform manufacturing training and learning from drudgery to fun
Identify and master the basics of "flow technology"
*  Develop a proactive, MRP-LEAN manufacturing team
*  Create a
highly productive and fun working environment
Increase speed, improve quality and reduce costs.

One of our customers said it even better than we can:

"Bill Gaw's "ShowTime!" is focused on the "how to." Unlike other training materials that tell you only what you need to do... Bill's "ShowTime!" presents what you need to do and then shows you how to do it."
                                
T.J. Imholts, VP Operations, Adstore Inc.

What Does It Cost?

Much less than you would imagine. In fact, we make the Lean Manufacturing Simulation Game-Plus affordable so that it can fit easily within your company's training budget. We want you and your company to have one of the best lean manufacturing training tools and the best way to do that is to make it affordable.


A Special Offer for Website Visitors

$497.00

Order your LEAN-MRP Manufacturing Simulation Game-Plus Video today at a special discount price of $497. That's a $100.00 savings from our retail price and thousands of dollars less than attending relevant seminars and workshops.

PLUS

MRP (Push) vs. LEAN (Pull) Video This is the famous "Oldie but Goodie" HP video, "Stockless Production" that demonstrates: Push vs. pull systems, one-piece-flow,  stockless production, and cycle time management.

If you want to purchase our complete LEAN-MRP Workshop-in-a-Box, simply click on the below link:

LEAN-MRP Workshop-in-a-Box
 

It's a Win - Win Training Option

Do you want to:

*  Become a better team member/leader/manager/executive?
*  Focus your energy on the significant issues?
*  Transform your work environment from drudgery to fun?
*  Minimize your day-to-day stress level?
*  Master the basics of lean manufacturing process?
*  Exceed your goals and expectations?
*  Gain recognition, promotions, and salary increases?

Does your company want to:

*  Optimize MRP/ERP and manufacturing processes?
*  Increase speed, improve quality, and non-value-added costs?
*  Eliminate the high cost of overtime, scrap, and rework?
*  Improve customer on-time delivery of high quality products?
*  Gain control of inventories and optimize their turnover?
*  Increase team contribution to the company's "bottom line?"

Our Guarantee Says it all

We are so sure that your simulation game will have the impact you desire that you can order entirely at our risk. The Lean Manufacturing Simulation Game-Plus comes with a No Risk, 100% Unconditional Money-Back Guarantee. This is a Lifetime 100% Money- Back Guarantee!  

Believe this, I will never consider your purchase binding until you have used  the Lean Manufacturing Simulation Game-Plus and put it into practice. We know that you, like our other customers, will be thrilled with the results. In fact, we are so convinced that your Lean Manufacturing Simulation Game-Plus will work for you that if you aren't completely satisfied for any reason at any time, simply return it for an immediate refund of your purchase price. You simply can't lose.

The Ball is in Your Court

Remember, if you continue to work the same way, you're going to get the same results. The next move is up to you. I've shown you that our training tool is as risk free as an offer can come. You and I know that if you've read this far, you're seriously interested in improving your lean manufacturing training program and helping yourself and your company achieve their full growth and earnings potential.

Help your team reach their full potential. Order today and we'll ship your Lean Manufacturing Simulation Game-Plus tomorrow via USPS "priority mail"  and you'll have it in 3-4 days, (domestic shipment).

 An "ORDER NOW BONUS"... FREE SHIPPING AND HANDLING... If you order during this special offer,  shipping and handling are free. We'll send confirmation by return email and ship your order via USPS priority mail and you'll have it in your hands in 3-4 days, (domestic shipments).

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A Gift for You

Need help in bringing this training to your company, may I suggest that you forward this Web page to your leader. If you do, we'll send you our Power-Point presentation,  "7-Rules for Surviving in an Entirely New Economy."
 


To open the
"Forward to" form:

 

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