International KAIZEN Tour Switzerland V1 - Kaizen Institute USA

KAIZEN ® ToursUnderstanding the KAIZEN Management System (KMS) and theLean Production System at work in SwitzerlandInternational Tour2011

Experience Best Practice Live!KAIZEN Tours are an integral part of the service offerings of the KAIZEN Institute worldwide. Enclosed we provide asnapshot of our International KAIZEN Tour.Join participants from around the world on a remarkable two-day tour and experience 3 world class Swiss basedcompanies. Our KAIZEN Tour partners are successful companies, often honored with awards in their respectiveindustries. This Tour affords participants a ‘behind the scenes’ view into the production and service segments of our Tourpartner facilities; providing a look at current KAIZEN trends in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere.KAIZEN Institute will introduce the latest developments of the KAIZEN Management System model, namely: FlowManagement, Total Productive Maintenance, Quality Control, Service Management, Change Management and KAIZENFoundation Philosophy.All of our Tour Partners have chosen to implement a KAIZEN Strategy. The site visits and discussions will allowparticipants to experience KAIZEN improvements and results achieved in the GEMBA.After a short introduction from the host site, experience the practical side of KAIZEN – live and in person! Enjoy thechance to network with fellow tour participants, share experiences, and visit with KAIZEN experts during the ride in thetour bus and at the joint dinners. Witness TPM, Kanban, Continuous Flow, and many other powerful, proven systems inaction.For more information regarding global or regional program offerings, please visit our website at www.kaizen.com.We look forward to welcoming you to our program!Detlef MarciniakCountry Manager KAIZEN InstituteSwiss OperationsEuclides A. CoimbraManaging Director KAIZEN InstituteGlobal OperationsCourse of the KAIZEN ® TourIntroduce the company Witness Best Practice Participate in discussionKAIZEN ® Tour-Partners since 2001KAIZEN is a trademark of KAIZEN ® Institute

International KAIZEN Tour 2011 (Switzerland)14 – 15 September 20111 STARTHotel in LucerneLucerne / SwitzerlandStart: Wednesday, 14.09.2011, 10 am5 DESTINATIONHotel in LucerneLucerne / SwitzerlandEnd: Thursday, 15.09.2011, 5pm- Euclides Coimbra Lecture- Preview of the main topics of the Tour- Exchange of experiences- ExpectationsSWISS LeanAward Winner2TRUMPF Maschinen AGBaar / SwitzerlandWednesday, 14.09.2011 2 pmMain topics- Flow/ JIT- Lean Assembly- KANBAN- Autonomous Maintenance 4+53KAIZEN Institute, ZugZug / SwitzerlandThursday, 15.09.2011 8.30 amMain topics- KAIZEN in the Office- 6 Level to the improvement ofthe office efficiency4Emmi Käse KAGKirchberg / SwitzerlandThursday, 15.09.2011, 1.30 pmMain topics- KAIZEN in the production(Start with 5S activities)- TPM(especially the tools problem solvingstories and GEFF)- CIP-Visual Management- Summary of the KAIZEN Tour- Benefit for participantsKAIZEN reserves the right to make changes in the programStartLucerne / SwitzerlandDestination Lucerne / SwitzerlandDates Start Wednesday, 14 September 2011 / 10amEnd Thursday, 15 September 2011 / 5pmPrice1‘950.- Euro (this price does not include VAT)Deliverables/Services:1 night at the hotel from 14 Sept. – 15 Sept. 20113 company visits, Lecture Euclides Coimbra,bus transfer during the tour,Lunches and Dinner, documentationSky DinningDine between heaven and earthin a specially-equipped revolving gondolawith a backdrop of the sun settingover a magnificent mountain panorama.

Feedback of participants“Company tours were excellent and very informative –to see it done is much better than the theory.”(Rob Hinton, Allied Domecq, Scotland)“Very good learning opportunity, seeing other companies andexchanging ideas with other participants”(Sandro Baldacconi, Timken, Brazil)KAIZEN ® Tour Registration 2011TOUR-111-SWIInternational KAIZEN Tour in Switzerland from 14 – 15 September 2011 (EUR 1‘950. 1950.-)Please copy this form for additional participants.First NameLast NamePositionTelephoneParticipant 1 Participant 2FaxEmailCompany NameMailing AddressBilling Address(if different from mailing)Company AddressCity / State / Postal Code / CountryCompany NameCompany AddressCity / State / Postal Code / CountryDateSignature, Stamp4 ways to register:Tour Organization:Alice GisiPhone: +41 41 725 42 81Online: www.kaizen.ch/benchmarkingBy Email: agisi@kaizen.comBy Fax: +41 (0) 41 725 42 89By mail: KAIZEN Institute Consulting Group Ltd. · Bahnhofplatz · CH-6300 Zug“Overall very informative and I would recommend it to anyoneconsidering implementing KAIZEN.”(Scott Young, ADL, Scottland)“During last days I have got an overall idea about the KAIZENRoute & how it can be utilised in an organisation to get best results.Thank you very much for excellent organisation.”(Subodh Kulkarni, Tetra Pak India Put. Ltd.)“Excellent organisation. Alles super! Good mix of companies andapproaches…”(Alberto Tureikis, WCM Director, Tetra Pak International, Italy)Fees and Payment TermsUpon receipt of registration, participants will be sent a confirmation letter, a travel request form, and an invoice for remittance. Payment on the invoice will be due upon receipt.The travel request form must be returned 2 weeks prior to the program start date to ensure that hotel accommodations are appropriately booked. To facilitate your travel planningparticipants will receive a detailed agenda for the program 3 weeks before the tour start date. Our touring partners reserve the right to exclude competitors. Taking picturesduring the company visits is not allowed, but KI will provide each participant with pictorial documentation. Written cancellation is accepted without penalty if received30 days prior to the event start date. Cancellation received 14 days prior to the start date will result in a forfeiture of half of the participation fee; if received within 14 days ofstart date, the entire participation fee will be forfeited. The fee does not include VAT or possible pending bank expenses. Participation is at your own risk. The organizer doesnot assume any liability for personal or property damages. Participation in the supporting acts/ program is voluntary. We reserve the right to make changes in the program.