Consulting Course from John Allen
Founder & Chairman, Total Systems Development

Consulting Course: Introduction to the Process of Lean Consulting

WHAT IS IT?

In the Consulting Course, TSD offers a “how to” program on the consulting process for those thinking about turning their Toyota expertise into an outside moneymaking practice.  On five successive Saturdays at Midway University, 20 minutes from TMMK, John will provide invaluable insights & experiential training in an Obeya setting in the art and business of process improvement consulting.

WHAT WILL YOU TAKE AWAY?

Over the course of five days, TSD’s highly experienced consultants will engage you through cycles of classroom instruction, interactive group discussions, real-life case studies with team-based responses, and “test-as-you-go” exercises to confirm comprehension.  At the program’s close, you’ll have a thorough understand of these essential elements:

• Consulting process – the standards and milestones present in every project
• Consulting Intangibles – what separates the masters from the hacks
• Coping strategies – how to deal with unexpected setbacks and inevitable resistance to change
• Measuring success – the metrics most important for demonstrating to the customers the results of your lean consulting and its return on investment
• Satisfying the customer – tools for assuring satisfaction throughout the project and increasing the chance you’ll be recommended to others
• Self-development – how to develop and refine your own skills as a consultant
• Business acumen – the basic documents, practices and business processes needed to run your business.

There are many new challenges implementing lean best practices in an unfamiliar and less than lean environment.  This program breaks down those challenges in a straightforward way and provides you the tools to address them successfully.

Leave the course equipped for consulting success:

• Certificate of completion of the TSD Consulting Course
• Access to an exciting new matchmaking platform currently under development that enhances your visibility as a consultant
• Access to John and TSD to help you find success in your journey