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Finally a training tool that gets the LEAN message across.

Bill Gaw's 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 required. 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.

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Lean Manufacturing Simulation Game

"The more you know how to do, and the 
better you do it, the more valuable you become."

                                                          Price Pritchett

Simulation exercises to help your team understand:

Why and how  MRP/ERP create "high-cost" shop floor chaos

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 this intensive, action learning exercise is 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 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:

Manufacturing Simulation Game

Action-Learning Featuring:

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 methodologies:


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 Manufacturing Simulation Game will clearly demonstrate the complexity of shop floor control under a standard MRP/ERP (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 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. 


What's in it for me? My Company?

Your Manufacturing Simulation Game will help you and your company:

Better understand the concept of  lean manufacturing

Transform lean manufacturing training from drudgery to fun.

Identify and master the basics of lean manufacturing success

Transform MRP/ERP supporters into lean manufacturing champions

Develop an proactive, lean manufacturing team

Create an effective 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.

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Manufacturing Simulation Game

Bookstore Price: $495.00


A Special Offer for Website Visitors

So much more that the competition and at a  25 percent discount for our website visitors.

$395.00

Order your Manufacturing Simulation Game  today at a special 25% discount price of $395. That's a savings of $100.00 and hundreds of dollars less than attending relevant workshops.

 

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 Manufacturing Simulation Game 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 Manufacturing Simulation Game 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 Manufacturing Simulation Game 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 Manufacturing Simulation Game tomorrow via USPS "priority mail"  and you'll have it in 3-4 days, (domestic shipment).

During this special offer, we'll include the below bonuses:


Bonus No. 1...
Order your Manufacturing Simulation Game during this special offer and we'll also include our digitized version of the classic, humorous and educational video, "The Push vs. Pull System. An effective tool for helping teams make a paradigm shift from MRP to Lean. This is the "oldie but goodie" HP "Stockless Production" video.

 


Bonus No. 2...
Order your Manufacturing Simulation Game during this special  offer and  we'll also include Bill Gaw's Lean Manufacturing, PowerPoint-Plus, Training Module. (A $97.00 value). Training module contains 56 powerful, PowerPoint® graphics/charts, "plus" slide note pages for graphic/chart explanations, and "lessons learned" by a "been there, done that" professional. It's a perfect companion for the simulation game.

 

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Order by credit card: If you place your order via our secure order form, 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...International shipments can take 1-4 weeks depending on Custom's processing.) To place your order, Just click on the bar below the credit card icons:

 

To order by phone: call us at 760-945-5596.

To order by fax: Simply fax your purchase order number and shipping instruction to 413-502-2839. We'll send confirmation by return fax.

 

A Gift for You

If you feel that this offer is not for you, forward it to your leaders/colleagues and
we will immediately email you a download copy of Bill Gaw's, PowerPoint Introduction to "Kaizen Based Lean Manufacturing."
 


To open the "Forward to Your Leaders/Colleagues" form:

 

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