Kufstein University supports STIHL with lean management
- 25.01.2024
- News Study Program
The LEAN Lab at Kufstein University offers the opportunity to simulate and optimize production processes.
Further training plays a central role, as was recently demonstrated at the training week for STIHL Group employees on the store floor of the Kufstein University. In addition to a wide range of skills / competencies, the focus was on strengthening problem-solving skills.
Over several days in the laboratories of the Kufstein University, STIHL Group employees trained in areas such as recognizing waste in order to make processes more efficient and the importance of store floor meetings for the rapid exchange of information and cooperation between upstream and downstream departments. “The ability to recognize quality standards and ensure that the required specifications are achieved as well as simple methods to solve problems quickly and sustainably were further contents of the training courses,” says Prof. (FH). Dr. Martin Adam of Kufstein University, who organized the training courses in the in-house Lean Lab with his team.
ABOUT THE STIHL GROUP
The STIHL Group develops, manufactures and sells power tools for forestry and agriculture as well as for landscape maintenance, the construction industry and private garden owners. STIHL is represented with its products in over 160 countries worldwide. At its Langkampfen site, STIHL Tirol also manufactures and develops numerous cordless tools with over 800 employees. Very high product quality, a consistent focus on the needs of customers as well as innovation and performance orientation are trademarks of STIHL Tirol. None of this is possible without efficient processes and competent and motivated employees.