Definition
Continuing education project for operators.
In detail
Operations Leadership Continuing Education (OLCE) is a continuous training program for operations leaders, designed to update leaders' lean management knowledge and skills and ensure they can effectively drive DBS practices. It addresses the gap between leader capability and business needs; unlike basic lean training, OLCE focuses more on strategic thinking, change management, and systems thinking. Outputs are typically training courses, workshops, or certifications that help leaders integrate DBS principles into daily management.
Example in practice
A newly promoted factory manager at a certain operating company lacked lean leadership experience. The company arranged for the manager to participate in the OLCE program to learn how to integrate DBS tools with business strategy. Through case studies and on-site practice, the manager mastered value stream analysis and daily management methods. After returning to the factory, the manager successfully led improvement week activities, enhancing the team's problem-solving capabilities.