Lean-centric information systems are developed -- or, usually, re-developed -- to optimize appropriate and timely data distribution throughout the enterprise. Adding value to the firm's products and customer relationships is the overarching focus of this investigation.
A lean IT department is one where lean principles have been applied to internal processes. At a minimum this improves flow for user application enhancements and first pass yield.

This area of knowledge is just emerging. By attending this webcast, you'll learn how to address the IS and IT organization during your Lean transformation.

Learn from the practical experience of Jean Cunningham, a lean leader who has managed changes in IT to support the new Lean production and business system. Cunningham is the Shingo author of Real Numbers, Management Accounting for a Lean Organization, and Easier, Simpler, Faster; Systems Strategy for Lean IT.

Event details:
Lean-Centric Information Systems and Technology
Date: Thursday, March 20, 2008
Time: 2:00 p.m. EDT  (GMT -4, New York)
Duration: One hour
Cost: None
Sponsored by SAP and itelligence