” Using OCAI for the leap into Lean”.

 Presented by, Michael Thornburg, CPIM, MBA.

APICS-SFV is kicking off a series of presentations “Zero to Lean in 2014” with a presentation on the Organizational Culture Assessment Instrument (OCAI), developed by Kim Cameron and Robert Quinn, a great new tool for taking an in depth analysis of your company’s organizational culture.   Mike will introduce you to the OCAI (pronounced “Oak-eye”), tool, and how it is helping companies identify traits that are impeding progress.

 Has your company launched a Continuous Improvement Initiative (CI)?  The OCAI can help you identify hidden agendas, road-blocks, negative behaviors, that could prevent your initiative from being successful or at best, be prone to unanticipated surprises.   The OCAI can also help you identify positive behaviors and who or where they are coming from.

 Considering a Lean CI?  Want to better understand your workforce - see what direction the wind is blowing before setting sail on your Lean journey?  It has been said, “structure trumps culture”, but what if your structure needs tweaking. One of the most important aspects implementing Lean is establishing the Lean culture.  Do you have the right policies in place; Is the management structure appropriate for the new initiative; and is your management team on-board?  Is your structure supporting your Lean culture?

 The OCAI is a tool that is easy to use, accessible, and non-confrontational.  Come learn about the OCAI and how you can put it to immediate use for yourself, department and company.  

 About our Speaker: Mike Thornburg is an operations management executive and consultant experienced in value chain leadership, continuous improvement and management in transportation, aerospace, gaming, recreational sporting goods and publishing industries.  Mike is an Associate level instructor for APICS CPIM and Lean Enterprise programs and is on the Board of APICS San Fernando Valley Chapter where he holds the Vice President of Marketing office. 

Mike currently is consulting in the areas of light rail mass-transit and is passionate about increasing business value, continuous improvement and building knowledge organizations.   Mike is excited bringing enriching value-based programs focused on management, continuous improvement and organizational culture to local businesses and individuals.  Mike holds an MBA and BS in Management and is CPIM certified. 

Attend this presentation to learn more about your company’s organizational culture!

 As you are aware, the San Fernando Valley Chapter of APICS is focused on providing education and validation in the field of operations management.  Please take a moment to pass this notice on to colleagues and professionals who will benefit from this enjoying an entertaining evening with like minded professionals looking to improve their company’s operations.

Please register by Thursday, January 9^th to receive the $5 discount. Free self parking is available for all attendees.

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