IMA Site Tour | Milt Sparks Holsters, Inc
Milt Sparks Holsters 115 E 44th St, Garden City, IdahoPocket Holsters · Accessories · Belts
Lean Transformation
Lean Transformation is a continuous improvement methodology that empowers employees to create customer value and cut waste. In today’s highly competitive global market, few firms survive by wasting time, money, and resources or by having had poor customer service. The illustration below features the interrelated disciplines that combine to create a sturdy “House of Lean”.
What Are Wastes?
- Any non-value-added activity
- Adds problems
- Adds time to the process
- Interrupts the flow of value/information
- Should be minimized or eliminated
The 9 Wastes of Lean Include:
- Defects – All processing required in creating a defect and the additional work required to correct it.
- Over-production – Producing some type of work prior to it being required or more than is required.
- Waiting – Waiting for anything (people, signatures, information, supplies, etc.).
- Non-Value-Added Processing – Putting more work or effort into the work required by internal or external customers.
- Transport – Excess transport affects the time of delivery of any work in the office.
- Inventory (Time) – Excessive piles of paperwork, computer files, supplies, and time spent searching for documents.
- Motion – Any movement of people, paper, and/or electronic exchanges that do not add value.
- Employees’ Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – The under-utilization of people’s knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Energy and Environment – The unnecessary use of energy and the release of substances into the air, land, or water.
TechHelp has helped with Lean Transformations at Idaho organizations such as:
- Idaho Department of Transportation
- QTI Sensing Solutions
- Diversified Metal Products
- Litehouse Foods
- Great American Appetizers
- Woodgrain Millwork
- Quest Aircraft
- FAMCO
- Idaho Wrecker Sales
- Packaging Specialities Inc
These companies win business by continually adding value to their products and services.
Contact any member of our Operational Excellence Team or complete a short form to request a free site visit & assessment of your operation.
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Project Management Program
Boise State University 1910 University Drive, Boise, ID, United StatesThis program introduces current and future project managers to skills, tools and techniques that they can use in any project to improve their ability to manage the project successfully. This four-part program concentrates on providing participants with proven ways to manage the scope, schedule, and resources of a project.
IMA Site Tour | Lactalis
Lactalis 4912 E Franklin Rd,, Nampa, IDVisit one of the world’s largest dairy facilities
FREE webinar on the Build America, Buy America Act
Live OnlineJoin us on January 23, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (MST) for a FREE virtual webinar on the Build America, Buy America Act (BABA), hosted by TechHelp and Iowa State University’s Center for Industrial Research and Service. Learn about BABA requirements, certifications, compliance strategies, and key differences from Buy American standards. Gain expert insights from a government contracts attorney to enhance your compliance knowledge. Don’t miss this opportunity—register now!
AEC Project Management Certificate
Boise State University 1910 University Drive, Boise, ID, United StatesLearn the fundamentals of Construction Project Management in order to manage construction projects more efficiently, economically, professionally, and safely.
Leader Development Program
Boise State University 1910 University Drive, Boise, ID, United StatesBecome a leader people will follow. Discover the attitudes that create a culture where people thrive and learn the skills that increase employee performance and productivity.
Site Tour | Greyloch | Star
Live OnlineGreyloch is a family-owned advanced cabinet manufacturing facility located in Star. They are dedicated to delivering the highest quality product while minimizing waste and product lead time.
Manufacturing Career Connections
Boise State University 1910 University Drive, Boise, ID, United StatesThis event is designed to help students connect with industry professionals and learn about the vibrant manufacturing sector in Idaho. Small to medium sized manufacturing companies are encouraged to participate.
Project Management Program
Boise State University 1910 University Drive, Boise, ID, United StatesThis program introduces current and future project managers to skills, tools and techniques that they can use in any project to improve their ability to manage the project successfully. This four-part program concentrates on providing participants with proven ways to manage the scope, schedule, and resources of a project.
Third Annual Field to Fork Festival
Jack’s Urban Meeting Place 1000 W Myrtle St, Boise, United StatesA day packed with a trade show, educational talks, chef-led classes, and networking opportunities, featuring roughly 100 participants from Idaho’s independent food and beverage industry.
AEC Project Management Certificate
Boise State University 1910 University Drive, Boise, ID, United StatesLearn the fundamentals of Construction Project Management in order to manage construction projects more efficiently, economically, professionally, and safely.
Leader Development Program
Boise State University 1910 University Drive, Boise, ID, United StatesBecome a leader people will follow. Discover the attitudes that create a culture where people thrive and learn the skills that increase employee performance and productivity.
Project Management Program
Boise State University 1910 University Drive, Boise, ID, United StatesThis program introduces current and future project managers to skills, tools and techniques that they can use in any project to improve their ability to manage the project successfully. This four-part program concentrates on providing participants with proven ways to manage the scope, schedule, and resources of a project.
AEC Project Management Certificate
Boise State University 1910 University Drive, Boise, ID, United StatesLearn the fundamentals of Construction Project Management in order to manage construction projects more efficiently, economically, professionally, and safely.
IMA Site Tour | Dixon Container Company
Dixon Container 3210 East Amity Road, Boise, IDDixon Container has been designing and manufacturing quality packaging material for almost 40 years in the Treasure Valley. With over 160,000 sq. ft. of warehousing and manufacturing space, their portfolio has expanded beyond corrugated cardboard to include corrugated plastic, folding cartons, litho-laminated corrugate, foam fabrication, and custom crates and pallets.
