Unlock Lean Thinking with a Toyota Manufacturing (Cambridge)Gemba tour, toy car simulation, White Belt certification, and success stories.About this Event
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Unlock Lean Thinking with a Toyota Manufacturing (Cambridge) Gemba tour, Toy Car Flow Simulation, White Belt Certification, AI-powered tools, and shared stories from every sector.
Course Overview
Step into the world of Lean Thinking with the Toyota Tour + Lean White Belt Certification Experience. This one-day program combines a Toyota Cambridge Plant Gemba visit with a Toy Car Flow Simulation Game, giving participants a hands-on introduction to Lean methodology.
Toyota, the pioneer of Intelligent Automation (Jidoka), has evolved its Lean foundation into a future powered by data, AI, and automation. Participants will see how Toyota uses:
- Autonomous robots to deliver parts just-in-time.
- Sensors and IoT systems to monitor processes in real time.
- AI-driven analytics for predictive maintenance, waste detection, and process improvement.
- Human + machine collaboration to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency.
Designed for all sectors, both leaders and professionals, this immersive session introduces Lean as a proven framework for improving efficiency, reducing waste, and driving continuous improvement. Through simulation, case studies, and guided reflection, participants will learn to visualize, analyze, and optimize workflows.
By the end of the day, you will not only earn your “AI Powered” Lean White Belt Certification but also gain practical insights into how Lean and AI-powered methods can be applied across your workplace and industry.
Event Details
- Date and Duration: Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Full Day
- Start (Morning Location): 8:30 AM: Toyota Cambridge Plant, 1055 Fountain Street North Gate 1, Cambridge, ON, N3H 4R7
- End (Afternoon Location): 5:00 PM Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kitchener Southeast, 4355 King Street East, Kitchener, ON, N2P 2E9
- Cost: $125 Early Bird | $165 Regular (includes plant visit, training, certification, materials, food, and networking)
What You Will Learn
- Lean Fundamentals
- Origins of Lean and Toyota Production System
- PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) foundation
- 3Ps: Purpose, Process, People
- 3 Reals: The Real Place, Thing, Facts
- 3Ms: Muda (waste), Mura (unevenness), Muri (overburden)
- Process Mapping for inefficiency detection
- Value vs. Waste definitions
- Lean 9 Wastes (DOWNTIME P)
- Kaizen as a daily improvement philosophy
- Toy Car Flow Simulation Game
- Experience Lean in action through simulation
- Identify bottlenecks, flow issues, and waste
- Learn concepts of Cycle Time, TAKT Time, Lead Time, Load Balancing, Processing Time
- AI-Powered Lean Applications
- How AI enhances Lean decision-making and workflow visualization
- Intelligent Automation (Jidoka 2.0) – robots, sensors, AI-driven quality checks
- Predictive analytics for downtime reduction
- Using AI to identify hidden patterns in value and waste
- Real-World Applications
- Lean + AI case studies in Manufacturing, Healthcare, Public Service, Service, Nuclear, and Cannabis
Who Should Attend?
- Leaders and People Managers
- Develop skills to lead with purpose, engage teams, and coach through change
- Gain tools to mentor and drive Lean + AI improvements
- Professionals and Individuals
- Boost your resume with a recognized Lean White Belt Certification
- Learn to identify and eliminate waste in work processes
- Network with peers across multiple industries
- No Prior Lean Experience Required
- This program is introductory and accessible to professionals from all sectors
Course Agenda
8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
- Toyota Cambridge Plant Visit (Gemba Walk)
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Networking “Japanese Food” Lunch & Coffee
- Introduction to Lean Thinking: 3Ps, 3 Reals, 3Ms, PDCA
- Process Mapping Fundamentals
- Discovering Value and Waste
- Lean 9 Wastes
- AI-Powered Lean & Jidoka Tools Overview
- Toy Car Flow Simulation Game
- Understanding Kaizen
- Case Studies Across Sectors
- Find Value and Waste in Your Process (Bring a Process)
- Certification Wrap-Up and Reflection
About the Instructor – Charanjit Singh (C.J.) Bawa
C.J. Bawa is a PMP®, ACP®, Black Belt, and Certified Change Agent with over 30 years of global experience in operations, project management, and continuous improvement.
As a Business Improvement Coach at QCDMS Consultants and an Authorized Training Partner of PMI® and ASQ®, he has trained and coached 15,000+ professionals worldwide, delivering over $1 Billion in business improvements across industries.
- Cell: 416-571-8770
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.qcdms.com
- LinkedIn: Charanjit Singh Bawa
Why Attend?
This program blends Toyota’s excellence, Lean methods, and AI-powered innovation with practical, hands-on learning. You will:
- Earn a Lean White Belt Certification
- Experience Toyota’s world-class culture of excellence
- Learn through an engaging simulation game
- Gain practical Lean + AI tools to apply immediately in your workplace
- Build valuable peer and industry connections
Registration
Seats are limited. Reserve your spot today to secure early bird pricing.
For questions or group bookings, contact CJ.
Event Venue
Toyota, 1050 Fountain Street North, Cambridge, Canada
CAD 151.94
