The Bench – April 22nd

The Bench – April 22nd

Benchmark Request, Events
Two benchmarking topics: Choose to discuss 1) 5S/6S programs or 2) Employee Engagement (we split into breakout rooms) To increase the opportunities for each of our members to collaborate, share, and learn from each other we are inviting you to join us at The Bench on the 22nd of each month. The Bench is an open-forum exchange of best practices. In April, we’ll split into self-assigned groups and focus on the list of topics below. 1) 5S/6S programs - how to get started, how to sustain, easy wins, etc. 2) Employee Engagement - how you influence, how do you measure, what challenges are you facing, etc. Date: April 22, 2024 Time: 11-11:55am (Pacific) Registration: available for NWHPEC members through Zoom (click below) Register
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The Bench – March 22nd

The Bench – March 22nd

Benchmark Request, Events
Two benchmarking topics: Choose to discuss 1) DEI or 2) Quality Metrics/Quality Systems To increase the opportunities for each of our members to collaborate, share, and learn from each other we are inviting you to join us at The Bench on the 22nd of each month. The Bench is an open-forum exchange of best practices. In March, we’ll split into self-assigned groups and focus on the list of topics below. 1) DEI - An opportunity to talk about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging in your organization. 2) Quality Metrics and Quality Systems. How do you measure quality? What's working, what isn't? How are your systems set up to support your metrics? Date: Mar 22, 2024 Time: 11-11:55am (Pacific) Registration: available for NWHPEC members through Zoom (click below) Register
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The Bench – Feb 22nd

The Bench – Feb 22nd

Benchmark Request, Events
2 Topics: Choose CI Metrics/CI Teams OR Leadership development skills To increase the opportunities for each of our members to collaborate, share, and learn from each other we are inviting you to join us at The Bench on the 22nd of each month. The Bench is an open-forum exchange of best practices. In February, we’ll split into self-assigned groups and focus on the list of topics below. 1) CI Metrics & How Lean Teams are organized You bring the questions and challenges; the group will offer advice and share lessons learned. 2) Supervisor/Leadership Development Skills What are your needs/requirements for training? Help shape NWHPEC leadership training in the upcoming year to fit your needs/demands. Date: Feb 22, 2024 Time: 11-11:55am (Pacific) Registration: available for NWHPEC members through Zoom (click below)…
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The Bench: Beyond Lean Manufacturing – Oct 23rd

The Bench: Beyond Lean Manufacturing – Oct 23rd

Benchmark Request, Events
In October's "Bench"marking session, we'll be discussing the topic of applying lean beyond manufacturing areas. This is a great opportunity to talk with others about where and how they are engaging people throughout the organization and making traction on documenting and improving administrative processes. This is an open forum discussion, all are welcome to come ask questions, share ideas, and share best practices. Applicable to any organization outside of manufacturing: HR, finance, product development, marketing, IT, etc. Date: Monday, October 23, 2023 Time: 11:30am (Pacific) Venue: Zoom Registration open to all NWHPEC members. Click here.
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Employee Engagement Systems – March 15th

Employee Engagement Systems – March 15th

Benchmark Request
Respect for every individual is at the core of lean/continuous improvement systems. Therefore, recognizing our employees and ensuring they feel seen, heard, and valued is important to the success of our organizations. At this session of “The Bench”, we will gather to talk about how your organization recognizes and rewards your greatest asset, your people. How do you recognize employees at your organization? As we gather at The Bench we'll pose questions, share challenges, and share success stories in hopes that we can help others re-imagine how they recognize and reward their employees. This will be an open forum exchange of best practices. Hope you can join us! Date: Wednesday, March 15, 2023 Time: 2-3pm Venue: Zoom Open to all NWHPEC members, no cost Registration link
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The Bench – Aug 15th @12:30

The Bench – Aug 15th @12:30

Benchmark Request
Join us for another open-forum exchange of best practices.  This is a great way for members to come together to talk and share about a particular topic. This month the topics you can choose from are 1) Metrics or 2) Lean product development/Lean project management. You bring the questions and challenges; the group will offer advice and share lessons learned. Intended Audience: All NWHPEC members.  Please share internally with individuals connected to and interested in any of these topics.Date:          Monday, August 15thTime:         12:30pm - 1:30pmLocation:    Zoom (webcam preferred)Cost:           Free (NWHPEC members only) Registration: via Zoom, link
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The Bench – Dec 15th @1pm

The Bench – Dec 15th @1pm

Benchmark Request
Join us for another open-forum exchange of best practices.  This month will be "open mic". You bring the questions and challenges; the group will offer advice and share lessons learned. Intended Audience: All NWHPEC members.  Please share internally with individuals connected to and interested in any of these topics.Date:          Wednesday, December 15thTime:         1pm - 2pmLocation:    Zoom (webcam preferred)Cost:           Free (NWHPEC members only) Registration: via Zoom, link
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