What is lean? How can I use lean tools in project management?

March 19, 2009, 5:45-8:00pm
Red Lion Hotel, Eugene

About the Topic

This session will provide a fundamental understanding of the A3 as tool for planning and reporting project results. Participants will learn about Hoshin Kanri, Shikumi and A3 tools, as well as have a chance to develop their own A3 plan. 

The A-3 method is a powerful tool that will enable you to easily keep track of how projects are achieving their goals and targets.  This will allow you to take quick action if targets are not being reached as anticipated.

The power of the A-3 method is not just in its ability to convey the appropriate information in a quick, concise manner, but in the method in which follow-up is performed.  When used correctly it will be an integral part of a system that is based on problem solving and continuous improvement.

About the Presenter

Shaun Wilde, PMP

Shaun Wilde, PMP is currently a business strategist for Hewlett Packard with more than twenty years of professional experience. Ms. Wilde joined HP in 2001 and has led a variety of international projects from a new start up retail business to technology commercialization.

Wilde’s twenty year career spans multiple industries from textiles, agriculture, high technology, and government.  She has worked with many well know organizations such as, Hewlett Packard, Levi Strauss & Co. , University of California Berkley, and the Department of Energy.

She collaborates with the Blue River Venture Group, a team of former Toyota executives whose focus is to provide lean consulting and learning.