The REDUCE Methodology presents the main concepts of Dr. Shingo’s SMED system in a more granular and basic approach. REDUCE is a mnemonic used to remember the steps you will use to REDUCE setups and changeovers. For even more details we highly recommend reading Dr. Shingo’s book yourself. With that being said, the lectures, quizzes and activities will give you a comprehensive understanding of:

• What The REDUCE Methodology and SMED is?

• Why should you implement REDUCE/SMED?

• What are the benefits of REDUCE/SMED?

• Critical Elements of Operations and Setup.

• The 4 Basic Steps of a Setup.

• An Overview of the REDUCE/SMED Methodology.

• The six steps of the REDUCE Methodology.

Throughout the course you will be challenged with quizzes, lectures, handouts and at the end critical thinking questions. We will also ask you to complete a Capstone Project that will help you develop experience from a first hand perspective. Now that you have a basic understanding of what you are about to learn, let’s get started with the course. Remember that throughout the course downloads will be available for you in the resource section so be sure you access and download all templates and handouts. Also, you can access the materials anytime, so, be sure to take your time and go at a pace that suits you. Look through the course descriptions and watch the free videos and then click on the enroll button today!