BSM Consulting, in conjunction with Wyeth, is to host the 'Lean in the Lab - Give your Lab the Edge' event in Wyeth Medica, Newbridge, County Kildare, on 9 July 2009.
While most of the key principles of traditional lean still apply, there are many challenges involved in effectively implementing them in laboratories.
According to the company, 'Lean in the Lab' is not just about waste elimination or 5S; it is about improving measurable performance and/or reducing costs.
This event will provide attendees with an overview of lean in the laboratory and an insight into the challenges and benefits of implementing lean in a busy laboratory, as presented by BSM with a case study by Wyeth.
Tom Reynolds, operations practice director at BSM, will present on lean laboratory concepts - an overview of lean in the laboratory - key issues, lean principles, solution concepts and implementation strategies.
Michael Corcoran, head of quality control, and Elaine Barrett, laboratory manager, both from Wyeth, will present a case study based on Wyeth's recently completed lean laboratory projects, including key challenges, pitfalls and benefits.
Participants will have the opportunity to tour the Wyeth laboratories and see lean laboratories in action.
