Operational Excellence for Business Efficiency – 1 Day Course in Ottawa
Schedule
Wed, 03 Dec, 2025 at 09:00 am to Wed, 10 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
ON, Ottawa - Albert & Metcalfe | Ottawa, ON
About this Event
Group Discounts:
- Save 10% when registering 3 or more participants
- Save 15% when registering 10 or more participants
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Duration: 1 Full Day (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Delivery Mode: Classroom (In-Person)
Language: English
Credits: 8 PDUs / Training Hours
Certification: Course Completion Certificate
Refreshments: Lunch, beverages, and light snacks included
Course Overview
This workshop provides a practical introduction to Operational Excellence, focusing on improving processes, reducing waste, and enhancing efficiency across day-to-day business operations. Participants explore key continuous improvement methodologies used in industry to drive reliability, quality, and performance consistency.
The course emphasizes practical tools, structured thinking, and real-world scenarios that help teams identify root causes, eliminate inefficiencies, and implement sustainable improvements. By the end of the workshop, attendees will understand how to create value-driven workflows, strengthen operational standards, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Learning Objectives
• Understand Operational Excellence principles and benefits
• Identify inefficiencies and waste in business processes
• Apply root cause analysis tools effectively
• Use lean tools to improve operational workflows
• Track performance with meaningful KPIs
• Strengthen teamwork and problem-solving culture
• Build sustainable action plans for continuous improvement
Target Audience
• Operations managers and supervisors
• Process improvement teams
• Quality and performance professionals
• Team leaders and department heads
• Manufacturing, service, and business operations staff
• Professionals involved in workflow or process management
• Anyone responsible for improving efficiency
Why Choose This Course?
This training equips participants with practical tools to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and build structured, high-performance workflows. It empowers professionals to apply continuous improvement methods that strengthen reliability and improve daily operations. By adopting these skills, teams can deliver consistent quality, faster turnaround times, and measurable business value.
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Want to train your entire team together?
Organizations can request customized in-house sessions tailored to their operational challenges and industry requirements. These sessions help align teams, improve process ownership, and build a culture of ongoing improvement. Tailored workshops also encourage a shared mindset focused on efficiency, accountability, and operational success.
📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house, face-to-face session:
Agenda
Module 1: Foundations of Operational Excellence
Info: • Understand the principles and purpose of Operational Excellence.
• Identify core elements: quality, efficiency, consistency, and value.
• Explore the benefits of improvement-driven business cultures.
• Icebreaker Activity
Module 2: Process Mapping & Waste Identification
Info: • Map processes step-by-step to visualize workflows.
• Identify the 8 wastes (TIMWOODS) in operations.
• Evaluate gaps and inefficiencies in current systems.
• Activity
Module 3: Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving
Info: • Use tools like 5 Whys and Fishbone Diagrams.
• Distinguish symptoms from root causes.
• Build structured problem-solving habits.
• Role Play
Module 4: Lean Tools for Operational Efficiency
Info: • Apply tools like 5S, Kaizen, and Standard Work.
• Improve flow, reduce delays, and optimize resources.
• Understand how lean supports continuous improvement.
• Case Study
Module 5: Performance Measurement & KPI Tracking
Info: • Identify relevant KPIs for operational performance.
• Monitor results using dashboards and metrics.
• Use data to guide decision-making and improvements.
• Simulation
Module 6: Building a Continuous Improvement Culture
Info: • Engage employees in improvement initiatives.
• Improve communication and ownership at all levels.
• Encourage innovation and team-driven solutions.
• Group Brainstorm Activity
Module 7: Implementing Sustainable Changes
Info: • Create practical action plans for process improvement.
• Set measurable goals for long-term impact.
• Develop follow-up mechanisms for sustained results.
• Action Plan Review
Where is it happening?
ON, Ottawa - Albert & Metcalfe, 116 Albert Street Suite 200 & 300, Ottawa, CanadaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 508.96 to CAD 668.87
