What You'll Learn
Course Benefits
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Dedicated Support
Assistance during and after training
Practical Skills
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Course Overview
FeaturedThis course equips participants with the principles and practices of lean logistics to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize supply chain operations. It blends lean thinking with practical logistics strategies to enhance value delivery, cut costs, and strengthen organizational competitiveness.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Supply chain and logistics managers
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Operations and warehouse supervisors
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Procurement professionals
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Distribution and transport managers
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Business leaders seeking supply chain efficiency
Course Impact
Organizational Impact
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Reduced logistics costs and operational waste
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Improved supply chain agility and responsiveness
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Enhanced customer service and satisfaction
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Streamlined transport and warehouse operations
Personal Impact
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Deep understanding of lean logistics principles
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Practical skills in process mapping and waste elimination
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Enhanced capability in continuous improvement techniques
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Increased career competitiveness in supply chain roles
Course Objectives
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
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Apply lean principles to logistics and supply chain operations.
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Identify and eliminate inefficiencies and waste in logistics.
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Implement lean tools for warehouse and transport optimization.
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Improve supply chain responsiveness to customer demand.
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Develop a roadmap for lean logistics implementation.
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Lean Logistics
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Principles of lean in supply chain management
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Types of waste in logistics operations
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Case Study: Lean adoption in a multinational distribution firm
Module 2: Lean Tools & Techniques for Logistics
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Value Stream Mapping (VSM) for logistics processes
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Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement practices
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Case Study: Warehouse process improvements using 5S
Module 3: Lean Warehousing & Distribution
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Efficient warehouse layout and design
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Cross-docking and inventory minimization techniques
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Case Study: Cross-docking success in retail supply chains
Module 4: Lean Transportation & Fleet Management
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Route optimization and load consolidation
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Reducing transport costs through lean strategies
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Case Study: Transport optimization in FMCG supply chains
Module 5: Implementing Lean Supply Chain Operations
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Developing a lean logistics strategy
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Monitoring KPIs and performance improvement
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Case Study: End-to-end lean supply chain transformation
Prerequisites
Course Administration Details
Customized Training
This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.
Requirements
Participants need to be proficient in English.
Training Fee
The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.
Certification
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate from Ideal Workplace Solutions certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) under License NO: NITA/TRN/2734.
Accommodation
Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.
Payment
Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org.
For further inquiries, please contact us on details below:
Email: outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org
Mobile: +254759708394
Register for the Course
Select a date and location that works for you.
In-Person Training Schedules
January 2026
| Date | Days | Venue | Fee (VAT Incl.) | Register |
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| 5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Nairobi, Kenya | KES 99,000 | USD 1,400 | Enroll Now |
| 5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Cape Town, South Africa | USD 3,500 | Enroll Now |
| 5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Dubai, United Arabs Emirates | USD 4,000 | Enroll Now |
| 5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Zanzibar, Tanzania | USD 2,200 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Mombasa, Kenya | KES 115,000 | USD 1,500 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Kigali, Rwanda | USD 1,800 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Accra, Ghana | USD 5,950 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Kampala, Uganda | USD 2,200 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | USD 2,000 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Johannesburg, South Africa | USD 3,100 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Nakuru, Kenya | KES 105,000 | USD 1,400 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Dakar, Senegal | USD 3,500 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Pretoria, South Africa | USD 3,100 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Kisumu, Kenya | KES 105,000 | USD 1,500 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Naivasha, Kenya | KES 105,000 | USD 1,400 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Arusha, Tanzania | USD 2,000 | Enroll Now |
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