Q3 2019 Kaizen Forum at Spectra Logic

Post-Event Recap

Join us for the Colorado Lean Network Quarterly Kaizen Event hosted by Spectra Logic.

Lean Manufacturing – Exploring the tools we use to enhance productivity, quality and timeliness.

The team at Spectra Logic will share their Lean journey, facilitate interactive small-group learning activities, and host a Network Marketplace so you can learn about specific improvement efforts and talk directly with the folks involved.

Agenda:

  • Welcome and Introductions
  • Spectra Logic’s Adventure in Continuous Improvement
  • Different tools for Lean manufacturing
  • Interactive Activity – Implementing these Lean tools in our warehouse
  • Network Marketplace – See examples of how Spectra has implemented Lean throughout the company
  • CLN Updates
  • Closing Thoughts

Where:

  • Spectra Logic
  • 6101 Lookout Road
  • Boulder, CO 80301
  • Spectra Logic’s Event Center:
  • Enter the double doors on the south side of the building (see map)
  • We will have signs and greeters.

Parking is available at both of Spectra Logic’s parking lots. The event is at 6101 Lookout road. If you do park at 6285, it is just a short walk to the other building. Please see map for spot restrictions.

Carpooling is recommended.

For public transportation, there are two nearby bus stops: Hwy 119 & 63rd St (#13365) and 63rd St & Lookout Rd (#25942). From Denver, take a Flatiron Flyer bus to Boulder, and then transfer to a Bolt or 205 bus.

When:

  • Friday, September 20th
  • 1:00pm to 4:30pm
  • Be sure to allow enough time for travel.

Dress Code:

  • Closed Toe Shoes Required.
  • Business casual.
  • Tours of the warehouse and manufacturing floor are part of the activity. Please wear closed toe shoes.

Refreshments:

Coffee, Water, Light Snacks.

About Our Host:

Spectra Logic develops data storage solutions that solve the problem of short and long-term digital preservation for business and technology professionals dealing with exponential data growth. Dedicated solely to storage innovation for 40 years, Spectra Logic’s uncompromising product and customer focus is proven by the adoption of its solutions by industry leaders in multiple vertical markets globally. Spectra enables affordable, multi-decade data storage and access by creating new methods of managing information in all forms of storage—including archive, backup, cold storage, private and public cloud.

Published by Michael J. Shull

Mike began his improvement journey in the late 1990’s using Kanban cards and production boards to reduce waste in the restaurant industry. In 2005 he joined Caterpillar, Inc. where he learned how to integrate process improvement with Six Sigma to increase heavy equipment sales in two Colorado territories. With a passion for education, Mike later began teaching folks how to use these simple principles themselves--first in the private sector (2009), and then later in the public sector (2012). Mike is the Senior Manager of Continuous Improvement at Denver International Airport and he previously served as the executive director for the Colorado Lean Network from 2017 - 2020. Mike loves learning about what drives people to improve processes while teaching them how to think differently. When he is not facilitating process improvements, Mike enjoys hiking, snowshoeing, biking and traveling with his wonderful wife, Melissa.

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