The subject matter of this 105-minute program is What is Gemba and more particularly, How to do a Gemba Walk? It will be presented using a multimedia of PowerPoint and custom videos and reinforced by interactive group exercises, questions and discussions.
The intent is to introduce the basic mechanics of a Gemba Walk and its link to continuous process improvement. It will center on better understanding the current state of value streams; bridging the gap between management, planning and the frontline work; enhancing how to look at work and talk to workers; analyzing and managing waste and resources and raising awareness of efficient job site organization and visual management.

Agenda:

• Tell the story behind this presentation
• Clarify objectives
• Explain Gemba and Gemba Walk
• Observe actual Gemba Walk video
• Summarize value, value stream and value creators
• Compare and contrast Modern Management vs. Lean Management
• See how to bridge horizontal gaps of the supply-chain and vertical gaps of organizations
• Outline the eight wastes (DOWNTIME) and the seven categories of resources (TIMMESS)

Presented by:

• Rich Seiler, Unified-Works
• Dave Olson, W. B. Olson, Inc.
• Anthony Camasta, The Hill Group
• Brian McKibben, The Cumberland Group
• Nancy Dolan, Advocate Health Care

* Bus transportation from the hotel is provided and REQUIRED
20 min from Chicago Hilton
PPE Requirements:
Closed toes shoes. All other personal protective equipment provided by host.
Host:
Clark Construction
Tour description:
MPEA’s development of a new arena will host sporting events, concerns and other events. The arena will be the home to the DePaul Blue Demon’s basketball programs. This is a design assist project hosted by Clark Construction and is 10 mins from the hotel.

* Bus transportation from the hotel is provided and REQUIRED
20 min from Chicago Hilton
PPE Requirements:
Closed toes shoes. All other personal protective equipment provided by host.
Host:
Berglund
Tour description:
This project at the University of Chicago, when complete, will be the host of some of the brightest minds in research. Part renovatio,n part new construction, this project poses ongoing challenges for the design bulid team. This tour will be hosted by Bergland and is 30 mins from the hotel.

* Bus transportation from the hotel is provided and REQUIRED
20 min from Chicago Hilton
PPE Requirements:
Closed toes shoes. All other personal protective equipment provided by host.
Host:
Power Construction
Tour description:
This project at Northwestern University is in the early stages of foundation and structure erection. Built next to and on top of an existing building, this project presents a unique set of challenges for the construction team. This tour will be hosted by Power Construction and is 15 minutes from the hotel.

Address:
3318 West Ogden Ave. Chicago
20 min from Chicago Hilton
* Bus transportation from the hotel is provided and REQUIRED
PPE Requirements:
Closed toes shoes. All other personal protective equipment provided by host.
Host:
WB Olson, Inc.
Tour description:
New Charter School is an urban renewal site in the economically disadvantaged neighborhood of North Lawndale. K-8, 60,000 SF, 3 story, precast and steel frame, LEED Platinum. A great example of Urban Renewal. Hosted by WB Olson, Inc. Read up about Legacy’s great work www.legacycharterschool.org
Tour Guide(s):
Dave Olson, Dan Polfuss

The subject matter of this 105-minute program is What is Gemba and more particularly, How to do a Gemba Walk? It will be presented using a multimedia of PowerPoint and custom videos and reinforced by interactive group exercises, questions and discussions.
The intent is to introduce the basic mechanics of a Gemba Walk and its link to continuous process improvement. It will center on better understanding the current state of value streams; bridging the gap between management, planning and the frontline work; enhancing how to look at work and talk to workers; analyzing and managing waste and resources and raising awareness of efficient job site organization and visual management.

Agenda:

• Tell the story behind this presentation
• Clarify objectives
• Explain Gemba and Gemba Walk
• Observe actual Gemba Walk video
• Summarize value, value stream and value creators
• Compare and contrast Modern Management vs. Lean Management
• See how to bridge horizontal gaps of the supply-chain and vertical gaps of organizations
• Outline the eight wastes (DOWNTIME) and the seven categories of resources (TIMMESS)

Presented by:

• Rich Seiler, Unified-Works
• Dave Olson, W. B. Olson, Inc.
• Anthony Camasta, The Hill Group
• Brian McKibben, The Cumberland Group
• Nancy Dolan, Advocate Health Care

* Bus transportation from the hotel is provided and REQUIRED
20 min from Chicago Hilton
PPE Requirements:
Closed toes shoes. All other personal protective equipment provided by host.
Host:
LoDestro Construction
Tour description:
This project at Northwestern Hospital is a renovation of an existing space into cytogenetics’s lab. This tour is hosted by LoDestro Construction and is 15 minutes from the hotel.