Process

Applying Lean Processes in Higher Education

  • Obtain Administration Approval

    Obtain Administration Approval

    Engage Direct of Operations and Director of Video Learning Network in project proposal.
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    Applying Lean Higher Education Processes

    Complete training; lead a multi-campus team to prioritize processes; define and implement process improvements; assess results
  • Complete "Lean Higher Education" Professional Development

    Complete "Lean Higher Education" Professional Development

    complete 6-week workshop; document unit-level processes
  • Form Multi-Campus Team

    Form Multi-Campus Team

    Prioritize processes and determine opportunity for increasing efficiency.
  • Document Process Steps

    Document Process Steps

    Select one area of focus; develop flowchart of current process; develop value stream map of ideal process.
  • Provide Administration Update

    Provide Administration Update

    Review progress with administration. Gain feedback.
  • Define Process Improvements

    Define Process Improvements

    Use specialized tools and templates to define challenge areas for improvement
  • Implement Process Improvements

    Implement Process Improvements

    Communicate process improvements to stakeholders; implement the streamlined process
  • Assess Improvements

    Assess Improvements

    Analyze results of internal change initiative.
  • Provide Administration Update

    Provide Administration Update

    Review progress with administration. Gain feedback.
  • Report Internship Results

    Report Internship Results

    Finalize internship paper and report process re-engineering results.
  • Continue to Apply Lean Higher Education Processes

    Continue to Apply Lean Higher Education Processes

    Work with stakeholders to define another focus area; Develop and implement process improvements.