Lean Process Optimization with GenAI

Apply lean principles to streamline AI-augmented business activities.

Pillar

Process – Workflow, Governance, Risk & Efficiency

Overview

This course teaches how to combine lean process optimization techniques with Generative AI capabilities to eliminate waste, enhance efficiency, and accelerate value delivery. Participants will learn to identify bottlenecks, reduce redundancies, and design AI-augmented workflows that maximize productivity.

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

• Understand lean methodology fundamentals in the context of AI

• Identify inefficiencies and waste in AI-augmented processes

• Apply lean tools (e.g., value stream mapping) to GenAI workflows

• Design streamlined workflows integrating AI automation

• Measure improvements and sustain lean practices with AI support

Target Audience

• Process improvement specialists

• AI project managers and developers

• Operations and production managers

• Business analysts and quality professionals

Duration

20 hours over 4 days (5 hours per day)

Delivery Format

• Interactive workshops and case studies

• Hands-on lean tool exercises

• Group activities for workflow redesign

Materials Provided

• Lean process and AI integration toolkits

• Value stream mapping templates

• Case study documentation

• Certificate of completion

Outcomes

• Apply lean principles to enhance AI-powered workflows

• Reduce waste and improve process cycle times

• Design AI-augmented processes for optimal efficiency

• Foster continuous operational excellence with GenAI

Outline / Content

Day 1: Lean Principles and AI Integration

• Overview of lean methodology

• Understanding waste types in AI workflows

• Introduction to GenAI capabilities for process optimization

Day 2: Analyzing and Mapping AI-Augmented Processes

• Value stream mapping for AI workflows

• Identifying bottlenecks and redundancies

• Tools for process analysis and visualization

Day 3: Designing Lean GenAI Workflows

• Strategies for waste elimination with AI

• Automating repetitive tasks using GenAI

• Aligning AI outputs with lean goals

Day 4: Measuring and Sustaining Improvements

• KPIs for lean AI processes

• Continuous monitoring and adjustment

• Workshop: Redesign a business process applying lean and GenAI principles

• Review and group discussion