Lean Fundamentals Training in Latvia

Turn Waste into Everyday Improvement

Give your team a shared Lean language in a single day. This instructor-led programme helps professionals across Latvia's manufacturing, wood-processing, food and service sectors identify the eight wastes, apply 5S, Kanban and Kaizen, and improve everyday process flow, guided by Invensis Learning, a trusted Lean Fundamentals training company, and its experienced Lean practitioners.

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What Is Lean Fundamentals Training in Latvia?Your Introduction to the Lean Mindset

The Lean Fundamentals Training in Latvia is a one-day, non-certification course that gives professionals a practical grounding in Lean management and the tools used to remove waste from everyday work. Rooted in the Toyota Production System developed at Toyota by Taiichi Ohno and Shigeo Shingo, it introduces the five Lean principles, Identify Value, Map the Value Stream, Create Flow, Establish Pull and Seek Perfection, codified by Womack and Jones in Lean Thinking.

Over a focused day you learn to recognise the eight wastes summarised by the DOWNTIME acronym, apply foundational tools such as 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Kanban and standard work, and use Kaizen and the PDCA cycle to improve process flow. Waste-identification exercises and real case discussions keep the learning practical, so you can apply it the moment you return to work.

The course suits everyone from shop-floor team members and supervisors to quality, operations and service professionals in Latvia's export-driven industries. Whether your organisation is starting a Lean rollout in a plywood mill near Riga or streamlining a back office, this training builds the shared vocabulary and mindset that improvement depends on. Start your Lean journey with Invensis Learning.

Key Highlightsof the Lean Fundamentals Training Course

End-to-End Skill Development

Gain a structured understanding of Lean from foundational principles and waste identification through to value stream mapping, pull systems, Kanban, and Lean management implementation
Develop skills across all nine course modules, covering the full Lean toolkit from 5S and Takt time to Kaizen events and constraint analysis
Build the capability to identify waste, map value streams, design pull-based processes, and apply Lean tools to real operational challenges in manufacturing and service environments
Learn how Lean principles connect to Six Sigma and continuous improvement frameworks, and how Lean Fundamentals provides the foundation for further operational excellence development

Structured Courseware and Learning Resources

Access a well-organized curriculum that progresses logically from Lean mentality and waste elimination through to advanced flow concepts, pull systems, and Lean management principles
Receive course materials including value stream mapping templates, 5S implementation guides, Takt time calculation worksheets, Kanban board setup references, and Kaizen event planning tools
Engage with real-world examples drawn from Lean implementations at organizations including Toyota, GE, Boeing, Amazon, and Johnson and Johnson, applied to operational contexts relevant to Latvia professionals
Work through structured exercises and scenario-based activities that reinforce each module and connect learning directly to workplace process improvement challenges

Instructor-Led, Practical Learning Experience

Learn from experienced Lean practitioners who have applied Lean principles and led improvement initiatives across manufacturing, operations, and service industries in the Latvia
Participate in facilitated discussions that ground Lean theory in the practical realities of process improvement, waste reduction, and operational efficiency in Latvia organizations
Work through scenario-based activities covering value stream mapping, waste identification, 5S implementation, Takt time calculation, and pull system design
Ask questions in real time and receive guidance tailored to your specific industry, role, and improvement context through Lean Fundamentals coaching

Flexible Learning Support in Latvia

Choose from live online instructor-led or self-paced training formats depending on your schedule, learning preference, and level of structured support needed
Benefit from post-training access to course recordings, Lean reference materials, templates, and supplementary resources for continued workplace application
Receive support from Invensis Learning training coordinators who assist with scheduling, materials, and enrolment queries for professionals across the Latvia
Engage with a cohort of peers completing the same Lean Fundamentals training program, creating opportunities for shared learning and professional networking

Learn the Core Concepts Covered in the Course

Explore the origins and principles of Lean thinking, including its linkage to Six Sigma and the foundational role of the Lean mentality in driving operational improvement
Understand the hidden costs of waste in office and factory environments and how to identify and eliminate the seven types of waste across operational processes
Study value stream mapping, pull systems, Kanban, Takt time, flow principles, constraint analysis, and 5S as connected tools within a complete Lean implementation framework covered in the Online Lean Fundamentals course
Examine the Lean management principles that enable organizations to sustain Lean improvements and build a lasting culture of operational excellence

Practice, Assessment, and Completion Support

Apply learning through practical exercises that replicate the Lean improvement scenarios common in manufacturing, operations, logistics, and quality environments across the Latvia
Complete module-level knowledge checks to consolidate understanding and prepare for the practical application of Lean tools in your workplace
Receive a Certificate of Completion from Invensis Learning upon successfully finishing the training program
Access a post-course summary of key Lean concepts, tools, and frameworks to support ongoing reference and workplace application

Career and Workplace Application

Position yourself for roles that require Lean and operational excellence expertise, including process improvement, quality management, operations management, and manufacturing engineering functions
Apply Lean tools and principles immediately within your current team or organization, across manufacturing, service, logistics, or administrative process environments
Understand how Lean Fundamentals connects to Six Sigma, Total Quality Management, and enterprise-wide continuous improvement programs
Support organizational capability building through Lean Fundamentals corporate training for employees across manufacturing, operations, logistics, healthcare, and service industries.

Lean Fundamentals Training Eligibility in the LatviaWho Can Enroll?

There are no formal prerequisites required to enroll in the Lean Fundamentals training program
Open to professionals from all industries and functional backgrounds, including manufacturing, operations, quality assurance, project management, and business analysis
No prior Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement qualification is required to participate in this course
Basic familiarity with workplace processes or team-based operational environments is helpful but is not a formal requirement for enrolment
Suitable for both early-career professionals seeking to build Lean skills and experienced practitioners looking to formalize and deepen their understanding of Lean principles and tools

What You Gain from Lean FundamentalsSkills That Pay off at Work

For Individuals

Lean Fundamentals training helps professionals turn everyday frustration with waste, waiting and rework into practical, structured improvement. You leave able to see your work through a Lean lens and act on it, not just talk about it. Whether you are a production operator, team leader, quality specialist or office professional in Latvia, the course gives you tools you can use immediately, from a personal waste walk to a first 5S tidy-up of your own area.

If you want a hands-on introduction that makes Lean concrete rather than theoretical, this programme is a clear first step. You gain the mindset, vocabulary and starter toolkit that employers running operational-excellence programmes increasingly expect.

Spot and classify the eight wastes in your own work area from day one
Apply 5S to organise any workspace for safety, quality and speed
Read a basic value stream map and see where flow breaks down
Use Kanban and standard work to steady output and cut overproduction
Run small improvements confidently with the PDCA cycle and Kaizen
Speak the shared Lean language your improvement team already uses
Carry a transferable skill valued across manufacturing and services
Build a foundation for further Lean and quality learning later

For Organizations

Lean Fundamentals group training helps Latvian organisations launch continuous improvement by equipping whole teams with the same principles, tools and language in a single day. It is the practical entry point to an enterprise-wide Lean or operational-excellence programme. Delivered onsite or live virtual for plants, departments or leadership groups, the training builds the shared foundation that makes later Lean activity stick.

For organisations under margin and export pressure, a workforce that can see and remove waste is a real advantage. This programme gives your people the starting toolkit, and your improvement effort a common baseline to build on.

Gives every employee a common Lean vocabulary and mindset at once
Creates the shared foundation an enterprise Lean rollout needs to succeed
Reduces waste, rework and lead time across production and back office
Improves flow, quality and on-time delivery for export-driven operations
Engages front-line staff in spotting and solving process problems
Delivers consistent 5S and standard-work discipline across sites
Scales through onsite, live virtual and blended team delivery
Prepares teams to progress to deeper Lean and Six Sigma learning

Where Lean Skills Take You in LatviaRoles, Sectors and Real Demand

Lean capability, built through practical Lean Fundamentals training, is increasingly valued across Latvia's export-driven economy, where manufacturing contributes roughly a fifth of GDP and employs close to a quarter of the workforce. Woodworking, mechanical engineering, food processing, pharmaceuticals and electronics all run improvement programmes that need people who can see and remove waste. From continuous improvement coordinator and quality engineer to operations manager, employers reward professionals who can steady flow and cut cost, and here is what the market is telling us right now.

EUR 2,061

Average operations manager pay, Latvia

per month gross, Algas.lv 2026

109,000+

Manufacturing workforce, Latvia

employed, Dec 2025, Eurostat

~20%

Industry share of Latvian GDP

of national output, industry data

EUR 2.86bn

Wood and wood article exports

in 2023, sector estimate

SECTORS HIRING

—Woodworking and Wood Products
—Mechanical Engineering and Metalworking
—Food and Beverage Processing
—Pharmaceuticals and Life Sciences
—Electronics Manufacturing
—Logistics, Retail and Shared Services

GROWTH TRENDS

—Export-oriented plants pursuing operational excellence
—Rising labour costs pushing waste reduction and efficiency
—Move toward high-value products such as photonics and smart materials
—EU-funded green and digital transformation of factories
—Lean spreading from manufacturing into services and healthcare
—Workforce shortage lifting demand for improvement capability

Sources: Algas.lv, SalaryExpert, WorldSalaries (Latvia) 2026; Eurostat and LSM manufacturing data; MASOC and LiveRiga sector reports.

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Lean Fundamentals Professionals in Latvia : Salary Insights and Trends

Hiring Companies in Latvia

€18K

Min

€24K

Average

€33K

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Algas.lv · WorldSalaries (Latvia) 2026

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Source: Latvijas Finieris · Grindeks · Cido Grupa

What Is Driving Lean Demand Across Latvia

Rising Labour Costs

Average gross wages in Latvia reached around EUR 1,815 a month in 2025, so manufacturers must remove waste to protect margins, making shop-floor Lean skills genuinely valuable.

Lean helps teams do more with the people they have

Export Margin Pressure

With around 75 to 80 percent of mechanical engineering output exported, Latvian plants compete hard on cost and quality, and Lean flow improvement defends that position directly.

Lean waste elimination protects competitiveness

Skills and Talent Shortage

A shrinking workforce leaves Latvian teams stretched, so employees who can identify waste and improve flow help organisations achieve more without adding headcount.

Lean engages every employee in improvement

Green and Digital Transition

EU-funded modernisation is pushing factories toward high-value products such as photonics and smart materials, and Lean supplies the disciplined process foundation these upgrades rely on.

Lean gives modernisation a stable process base

Inconsistent Process Standards

Many fast-growing Latvian firms still lack standard work and 5S routines, causing variation and rework that trained employees can reduce in a structured, repeatable way.

Lean builds 5S and standard-work discipline

Efficiency Beyond the Factory

Lean thinking is spreading into Latvian banking, logistics, shared services and healthcare, where waiting and rework are the dominant wastes that improvement skills target.

Lean removes waiting and rework in services

Sources: LSM and Eurostat (wages, employment); MASOC and LiveRiga (manufacturing and exports); Invest Latvia sector overviews, 2025 to 2026.

Lean is more than a set of tools. It is a practical way to protect margins, quality and delivery in a competitive market. Join Latvian professionals who are learning to see and remove waste. Start your Lean journey today.

Your Latvia Lean Journey

How Your Workday Changes with Lean

A Before and After Snapshot

Latvia's export-driven employers increasingly separate people who can see and remove waste from those who only work around it. A single day of Lean Fundamentals training moves you to the right side of that line. Here is what changes.

Today

Limited leverage to move into continuous improvement or quality roles

After Lean

Ready to contribute to improvement roles that command stronger pay bands in Latvia

Today

Limited leverage to move into continuous improvement or quality roles

Today

Keen to help improve processes but unsure where or how to start

After Lean

Able to lead a 5S tidy-up, run a waste walk and support a Kaizen event

Today

Keen to help improve processes but unsure where or how to start

Today

Familiar with the word Lean but not with what to actually do

After Lean

Confident applying the eight wastes and PDCA to real problems at work

Today

Familiar with the word Lean but not with what to actually do

You build practical Lean skills

Before

You know waste is a problem but have no structured way to tackle it

Now you have

A practical grounding in Lean recognised across Latvian industry

Before

You know waste is a problem but have no structured way to tackle it

Before

You rely on firefighting and workarounds when processes break down

Now you have

A starter toolkit of 5S, Kanban, standard work and PDCA you can use

Before

You rely on firefighting and workarounds when processes break down

Before

You feel on the outside of the organisation's improvement effort

Now you have

The shared Lean vocabulary your improvement team already speaks

Before

You feel on the outside of the organisation's improvement effort

Before

Your value is tied to one process and hard to demonstrate elsewhere

Now you have

A transferable skill that travels across sectors and employers

Before

Your value is tied to one process and hard to demonstrate elsewhere

"The people who get noticed are not the ones who work hardest around waste, but the ones who can see it and remove it."

Join 50,000+ professionals who trained with Invensis Learning and built practical skills.

Sources: Algas.lv, SalaryExpert, WorldSalaries (Latvia) 2026.

Module 1: Introduction

Exploring the foundational principles and purpose of Lean as a methodology for eliminating waste and improving operational efficiency across manufacturing and service environments
Understanding the origins of Lean thinking and how Lean principles were developed and refined through the Toyota Production System and subsequent global applications
Examining the linkage between Lean and Six Sigma and how the two disciplines complement each other within broader operational excellence and continuous improvement programs
Reviewing the structure and objectives of the Lean Fundamentals course and establishing a framework for understanding how each module connects within the overall Lean methodology

Module 2: Lean Mentality / Muda (Waste) Elimination

Understanding the concept of the hidden factory and the hidden office, and how non-value-adding activities consume resources without contributing to customer value in both manufacturing and administrative environments
Exploring the seven types of waste in Lean, including overproduction, waiting, transportation, over-processing, inventory, motion, and defects, and how each type manifests across different operational contexts
Developing the skills to identify waste within processes through systematic observation, process analysis, and the application of Lean waste identification tools
Learning the strategies and principles used to eliminate or reduce waste once identified, and the role of cultural and behavioral change in sustaining waste reduction over time

Module 3: Mapping the Value Stream

Understanding the purpose and methodology of value stream mapping as a tool for visualizing the complete flow of materials and information required to deliver a product or service to the customer
Exploring different types of value stream maps, including current-state maps that document existing processes and future-state maps that define the improved process design
Learning how to create and interpret value stream maps to identify areas of waste, delay, and inefficiency within a process and to prioritize improvement actions
Understanding how value stream mapping provides the analytical foundation for planning and executing Lean improvement events and targeted process changes

Module 4: Lean Events

Exploring the Kaizen event as a focused, team-based improvement activity designed to achieve significant process change within a short and defined timeframe
Understanding the structure and stages of a standard five-day Kaizen event, from preparation and scoping through to execution, solution testing, and results presentation
Learning how to plan and run shorter Lean events when the scope or available time requires a condensed improvement activity without sacrificing rigor or impact
Developing the facilitation and team management skills needed to lead Lean events effectively and ensure that improvement gains are sustained after the event concludes

Module 5: Constraints

Understanding the concept of process constraints and how bottlenecks in process flow limit the throughput, efficiency, and capacity of the entire value stream
Learning systematic approaches for identifying constraints within a process, including observation-based methods, data analysis, and value stream review techniques
Exploring strategies for addressing bottlenecks, including process redesign, resource reallocation, workload balancing, and targeted improvement activities
Understanding the relationship between constraint management and broader Lean improvement efforts, and how resolving bottlenecks contributes to overall flow and value stream performance

Module 6: Flow and Takt Time

Exploring the principle of flow in Lean and how continuous, uninterrupted movement of work through the value stream minimizes waiting, batching, and inventory accumulation
Understanding Takt time as the rate at which products or services must be produced to match customer demand, and how Takt time is calculated and applied in process design
Learning how to use Takt time as a planning tool to set the rhythm of production flow and ensure that process capacity is aligned to actual customer demand
Examining the relationship between flow, Takt time, and the broader Lean goal of delivering value to the customer efficiently, consistently, and without waste

Module 7: Pull Systems and Kanban

Understanding the principles of pull-based production, in which work is initiated by actual customer demand rather than forecast-driven schedules or upstream production push
Exploring the Kanban system as a simple and visual method for signaling demand and controlling the flow of work, materials, and information through a process
Learning how to design and implement a basic Kanban system, including the selection of signal types, determination of replenishment quantities, and establishment of workflow rules
Understanding how pull systems and Kanban reduce overproduction, excess inventory, and lead time while improving process responsiveness to changing customer demand

Module 8: 5S Implementation

Exploring the five elements of 5S, including Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain, and how each element contributes to a safe, organized, and efficient workplace
Learning the systematic approach to implementing 5S across a work area or department, from initial assessment and Sort activities through to the development of standardized procedures and audit routines
Understanding how 5S creates the physical and organizational foundation that Lean tools and improvement activities require to function effectively and sustainably
Developing the skills to sustain 5S gains over time through visual management, regular audits, team accountability, and the integration of 5S standards into daily work habits

Module 9: Lean Management Principles

Understanding the key principles of Lean management and how they guide the implementation and ongoing operation of Lean systems within organizations
Exploring the leadership behaviors, management practices, and organizational structures that enable Lean to move from a set of tools to a sustained operational discipline
Learning how to develop and communicate a Lean implementation strategy that aligns improvement activities with organizational goals, resource availability, and process maturity
Understanding the role of performance measurement, visual management, and continuous review in sustaining Lean improvements and building a long-term culture of operational excellence

Course Curriculumof the Lean Fundamentals Training

This online Lean Fundamentals training course is structured across nine modules that progress from the foundational principles and mentality of Lean through to the full suite of practical tools and management principles that enable organizations to implement and sustain operational excellence. Each module builds on the previous one to ensure participants develop a coherent and comprehensive understanding of Lean as both a philosophy and a practical improvement discipline. The curriculum is suitable for professionals across operations, quality, manufacturing, and process improvement roles, and is designed to connect directly to the Lean implementation challenges faced by organizations across the Latvia.

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Exploring the foundational principles and purpose of Lean as a methodology for eliminating waste and improving operational efficiency across manufacturing and service environments
Understanding the origins of Lean thinking and how Lean principles were developed and refined through the Toyota Production System and subsequent global applications
Examining the linkage between Lean and Six Sigma and how the two disciplines complement each other within broader operational excellence and continuous improvement programs
Reviewing the structure and objectives of the Lean Fundamentals course and establishing a framework for understanding how each module connects within the overall Lean methodology

Clarifies where Lean ends and Six Sigma begins, so you stop treating them as interchangeable.

Module 1: Introduction

Exploring the foundational principles and purpose of Lean as a methodology for eliminating waste and improving operational efficiency across manufacturing and service environments
Understanding the origins of Lean thinking and how Lean principles were developed and refined through the Toyota Production System and subsequent global applications
Examining the linkage between Lean and Six Sigma and how the two disciplines complement each other within broader operational excellence and continuous improvement programs
Reviewing the structure and objectives of the Lean Fundamentals course and establishing a framework for understanding how each module connects within the overall Lean methodology

Clarifies where Lean ends and Six Sigma begins, so you stop treating them as interchangeable.

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The Skills You Will BuildPractical Lean Tools You Can Use at Work

This training gives you hands-on command of the core Lean toolkit in a single day. By the end you can see waste, organise a workspace, read a value stream, apply pull and standard work, and drive small improvements with confidence.

Apply the Five Lean Principles

Skills covered in Lean Fundamentals start here: define value from the customer's view, map the value stream, create flow, establish pull and pursue perfection, so you can frame any process the Lean way.

Spot the Eight Wastes with DOWNTIME

Recognise and classify Defects, Overproduction, Waiting, Non-utilised talent, Transportation, Inventory, Motion and Extra processing, and run a waste walk in your own area to find the biggest opportunities.

Organise Any Workspace with 5S

Use Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardise and Sustain to build a clean, visual, organised workplace that reveals problems and supports safety, quality and faster flow.

Read a Value Stream Map

Interpret a simple current-state value stream map, compare total lead time against value-added time, and see where waste and delay hide across an end-to-end process.

Run Pull with Kanban and Standard Work

Understand push versus pull, use Kanban signals to cap work in progress and cut overproduction, and apply standard work built on takt time to steady quality and output.

Improve with Kaizen and PDCA

Use the Kaizen mindset, the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle and the Gemba walk to make small, structured improvements at work and build momentum toward a continuous improvement culture.

Who Should TakeLean Fundamentals Training in Latvia?

Team Leaders

Business Analysts

Operations Managers

Project Managers

Manufacturing Engineers

Production Supervisors

Process Improvement Managers

Quality Assurance Specialists

Who Can Take This Certification Training

Lean Fundamentals Training Modesfor Professionals and Teams

We offer flexible training formats designed to suit different learning preferences, schedules, and professional goals. Whether you prefer self-paced learning or a structured, corporate, instructor-led experience, choose the option that best supports your skill development journey through the best Lean Fundamentals online training options available.

Lean Fundamentals Classroom Training

Instructor-led classroom sessions
Interactive discussions and group activities
Real-world examples and practical exercises
Structured learning with fixed schedules
Opportunities for peer networking and collaboration
Practice assessments and knowledge checks
Dedicated Q&A and concept clarification
Immediate trainer feedback and support

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Learn through face-to-face sessions led by experienced instructors in a collaborative classroom environment. This classroom Lean Fundamentals training format combines expert guidance, peer interaction, and hands-on activities to create an engaging learning experience.

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Best For: Learners who prefer in-person interaction, structured schedules, and collaborative learning experiences.

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Lean Fundamentals Live Virtual Training

Live online instructor-led sessions
Interactive discussions and virtual activities
Expert guidance from experienced trainers
Practice assessments and revision support
Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification
Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum
Small batch sizes for personalized attention
Access from any location with internet connectivity

EUR 400

Attend fully interactive weekend Lean Fundamentals training sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences.

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Lean Fundamentals Corporate Group Training

Customized training aligned to organizational goals
Flexible delivery: onsite, virtual, hybrid, or blended
Scheduling tailored to business availability
Role-based examples and industry-relevant discussions
Progress tracking and learner assessments where applicable
Dedicated coordination and administrative support
Consistent learning experiences across teams
Scalable delivery for local, regional, or global workforces

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Designed for organizations that want to build capabilities at scale, standardize knowledge, and support workforce development through customized team learning initiatives and Lean Fundamentals training for companies.

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Lean Fundamentals Focused 1-to-1 Training

One-to-one instructor attention
Customized learning plans and objectives
Flexible scheduling based on availability
Personalized feedback and coaching
Additional focus on challenging topics
Targeted practice and revision support
Faster clarification of questions and concepts
Learning pace is adapted to individual needs

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Receive personalized instruction tailored to your goals, pace, and learning requirements through dedicated sessions delivered by the Lean Fundamentals training company.

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Lean Fundamentals Classroom Training

Instructor-led classroom sessions

Interactive discussions and group activities

Real-world examples and practical exercises

Structured learning with fixed schedules

Opportunities for peer networking and collaboration

Practice assessments and knowledge checks

Dedicated Q&A and concept clarification

Immediate trainer feedback and support

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Best For: Learners who prefer in-person interaction, structured schedules, and collaborative learning experiences.

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Why Train with Invensis Learning in LatviaYour Practical Lean Learning Partner

As a Lean Fundamentals training company in Latvia, Invensis Learning delivers structured, practical Lean training for individual professionals and organisations that want to build real continuous improvement capability. Our sessions combine experienced practitioners, hands-on exercises, organised courseware and learner-focused support. As an ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022 certified provider with learner support across more than 100 countries, we bring consistent quality and a global perspective to teams in Latvia. Whether you enrol as an individual or train a whole department, you get a professional learning experience focused on skills you can apply the next working day.

Experienced Lean and quality practitioners, not just theory-only trainers
Flexible formats: live virtual, classroom and onsite team delivery
Practical, exercise-led sessions built around real waste and 5S activities
Structured courseware and reference materials for clear learning
Customised group schedules that fit Latvian working hours
Course completion certificate from Invensis Learning on finishing
Dedicated learner support before, during and after the training
A clear pathway into deeper Lean, Kaizen and Six Sigma programmes

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Lean Fundamentals Locations in the LatviaAll our classroom training is now available online at your convenience

Lean Fundamentals in Latvia

Radisson Blu - Hotel Latvija, 55, Elizabetes iela, Centra district, Centrs, Centra area, Riga, LV-1010, Latvia

Lean Fundamentals in Latvia

Grand Palace Hotel, 12, Pils iela, Old Riga, Latgale neighborhood, Riga, LV-1050, Latvia

Lean Fundamentals in Latvia

Radisson Blu - Hotel Latvija, 55, Elizabetes iela, Centra district, Centrs, Centra area, Riga, LV-1010, Latvia

Lean Fundamentals in Latvia

Grand Palace Hotel, 12, Pils iela, Old Riga, Latgale neighborhood, Riga, LV-1050, Latvia

Corporate Lean Training in LatviaGrow Continuous Improvement

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Upskill a whole plant or department in one shared session
Give every team member the same Lean language and mindset
Flexible onsite, live virtual, hybrid or blended delivery
Schedules aligned to your shift patterns and availability
Sector-relevant examples for manufacturing, food and services
Practical 5S and waste-walk exercises tied to your own processes
Dedicated coordination and support for group programmes

What Our Learners Say

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Practical from the First Hour

"I went in thinking Lean was only for car factories. The waste walk and 5S exercise changed that. I reorganised my line the next week and cut the time we spend hunting for tools."

Kristaps Ozols

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A Structure I Could Use Straight Away

"The eight wastes and the PDCA cycle finally gave me a structure for the improvement work I was already trying to do. Clear trainer, good real examples, and useful in a service team, not just on a shop floor."

Ilze Berzina

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Confident to Join Improvement Work

"A solid one-day introduction. I now understand value stream mapping and Kanban well enough to take part in our Kaizen events with confidence. It has made me want to go further into Lean."

Janis Kalnins

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The Right Foundation for Our Rollout

"We trained two shifts before starting our Lean rollout. Having everyone share the same vocabulary made the whole programme easier to launch. The onsite delivery and local examples worked well for our people."

Anete Liepina

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A Common Baseline for a Mixed Team

"As an L&D lead I needed a single day that would give a mixed group a common Lean baseline. This delivered exactly that, and the practical exercises meant people left with something they could apply, not just notes."

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Frequently Asked QuestionsHere's everything you may ask...

Lean Fundamentals Training is a one-day, non-certification course that gives a practical foundation in Lean management. It covers the origins of Lean in the Toyota Production System, the five Lean principles, the eight wastes and core tools such as 5S, Kanban and Kaizen. It suits employees, supervisors, managers and professionals in any Latvian industry.

General

What is the Lean Fundamentals Training and who is it for?

Is Lean Fundamentals worth it for professionals in Latvia?

Yes. Latvia's export-driven manufacturing, wood-processing, food and service employers increasingly run improvement programmes and value people who can see and remove waste. The course gives you a transferable, practical skill and the shared Lean vocabulary these teams use every day.

Do I need any prior Lean knowledge to attend?

No. The course has no prerequisites and introduces every principle and tool from first principles. It is designed for complete beginners as well as those who have heard Lean terms but never learned how to apply them.

What framework is the training based on?

The training is grounded in Lean management rooted in the Toyota Production System, developed at Toyota by Taiichi Ohno and Shigeo Shingo. It teaches the five Lean principles codified by Womack and Jones in Lean Thinking, along with the eight wastes and foundational Lean tools.

How long is the Lean Fundamentals Training?

The course runs for one day, a total of eight hours. It can be scheduled as a single full day or as two half-days, covering all six modules with concept explanations, case discussions and hands-on waste-identification exercises.

Pricing

How much does the Lean Fundamentals Training cost in Latvia?

Pricing depends on the delivery format and group size, so a current fee is available on request. The course is offered for individual learners and as corporate group training. Contact a learning advisor for a tailored quote in euros.

What is included in the course fee?

The fee typically includes instructor-led delivery of all six Lean modules, structured courseware and reference materials, waste-identification and 5S exercises, learner support, and a course completion certificate from Invensis Learning. Request a quote to confirm inclusions.

Do you offer group or corporate rates?

Yes. Corporate group training is available with schedules and pricing tailored to your team size and site. It is a cost-effective way to give a whole department or plant a common Lean foundation. Ask about corporate and group pricing.

Are there any additional exam or certification fees?

No. This is a non-certification course, so there is no examination and no separate exam or awarding-body fee. You pay only the training fee, and there are no renewal or membership costs to maintain afterwards.

What payment options are available?

We accept major cards and bank transfers, and can arrange invoicing for corporate bookings. Speak with a learning advisor to choose the option that suits you or your organisation.

Assessment

Is there an exam for Lean Fundamentals?

No. Lean Fundamentals is a non-certification course with no examination. Learning is reinforced through waste-identification exercises, case discussions and team activities during the day rather than through a formal test.

Will I receive a certificate after the training?

Yes. On completing the one-day programme you receive a course completion certificate from Invensis Learning. It records your attendance and the Lean foundation you have built, though it is not a formal external certification.

How is my learning assessed during the day?

There is no formal assessment. Instead you apply Lean concepts in practical exercises, such as classifying activities into the eight DOWNTIME wastes and interpreting a simple value stream map, so you practise the tools on realistic scenarios as you learn.

Does this course lead to a Lean certification?

It is a foundation course, not a certification. It gives you the Lean grounding and vocabulary that make an ideal starting point before deeper programmes such as Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen or Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt training.

What will I be able to do after the training?

You will be able to explain the five Lean principles, identify and classify the eight wastes, run a basic waste walk, apply 5S, describe how pull and Kanban work, understand standard work, and use the PDCA cycle for small improvements at work.

Course Content

What topics does the Lean Fundamentals Training cover?

The course covers Lean origins and the Toyota Production System, the five Lean principles, the eight wastes (DOWNTIME), foundational tools including 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, standard work and visual management, plus Kaizen, PDCA and how Lean applies across industries.

Are there hands-on exercises in the course?

Yes. The day includes a waste-identification exercise that classifies real activities into the eight DOWNTIME categories, a simple value stream map reading exercise, and a 5S workplace assessment, so the learning stays practical throughout.

Is the training relevant outside manufacturing?

Yes. Lean principles apply wherever processes exist. The course draws examples from manufacturing, healthcare, financial services and IT, so professionals in Latvian banking, logistics, shared services and the public sector all gain applicable skills.

What materials do I receive?

You receive structured courseware and reference materials covering all six modules, along with the exercise worksheets used during the day. These support you in applying Lean tools once you return to work.

What comes after Lean Fundamentals?

Lean Fundamentals is the entry point to further Lean and quality learning. Common next steps include Lean Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Poka Yoke, 7 QC Tools and Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt training, all available through Invensis Learning.

Enrollment

How do I enrol in the Lean Fundamentals Training?

You can enrol through the Invensis Learning website or by contacting a learning advisor. Choose your preferred format and date, confirm your booking, and you will receive joining details and access to the course materials.

What delivery formats are available in Latvia?

The training is available as live virtual instructor-led sessions, in-person classroom training and corporate onsite delivery. Corporate onsite is popular for teams launching a Lean programme. Ask about upcoming batches and formats that suit you.

How soon can I start?

Public sessions run on a rolling schedule, and corporate onsite dates can be arranged to fit your team. Contact a learning advisor to see the next available batches and reserve your place.

Can I train my whole team together?

Yes. Corporate group delivery is designed to train a full department, shift or site together, giving everyone the same Lean baseline in one session. Get in touch for a tailored group quote and schedule.

Can I reschedule my booking?

Yes. Rescheduling is available under our published policy, and corporate schedules can be adjusted to fit team availability. Contact our support team to arrange a change to your booking.