Developing a Lean environment,
IMS Module 4
Yours might be one of the many businesses under pressure to improve deliverables to customers with a streamlined operation at lower costs, so this is an ideal module for you. We explain how Lean is about minimising or avoiding all forms of wasted resource: time, cost, materials, equipment, knowledge, talent, information, space, energy, materials. Our course covers Lean techniques and approaches including 5S, Value Stream Mapping, developing cells and teams, Quicker Changeovers (SMED), all of which contributes to improving productivity.
Combining Lean with industrial engineering approaches has considerable impact on productivity. This course will help you on your Lean journey.
The successful completion of Modules 1, 2, 3 and 4 results in a professional Institute qualification, the IMS Productivity Analyst, which is recognised across all business sectors and in many overseas countries.

In-depth Learning

Course duration and cost
This is a 5 day course, Monday to Friday.
This Module 4 costs £1,185 + VAT. There is an additional fee of £275 for IMS Life Membership with upgrade to Associate grade membership. All other Institute fees for course registration, examination and certification are included in our published course fee.
Delegates are also provided with comprehensive notes for their future reference.
The successful completion of Modules 1, 2, 3 and 4 results in a professional Institute qualification, the IMS Productivity Analyst, which is recognised across all business sectors and in many overseas countries.
The dates you can study this course
2024: 29 Jan, 26 Feb, 29 Apr, 24 Jun, 22 Jul, 23 Sep, 21 Oct, 18 Nov
See all the dates of our open courses at a glance along with other modules in the IMS Productivity Analyst course.
Please contact us for more information.
Delegate feedback
We always ask delegates on our training courses for their feedback so that we can monitor our performance and ensure we’re delivering the best possible learning experience. As well as an opportunity for general comments the feedback includes asking them to rate from 1 (poor) to 10 (great) the following questions:
How well did the course and content meet your expectations?
How much have you learnt during the course?
How well did you feel the course was presented?
How interesting was the course for you?
How equipped are you now to apply what you have learnt here in your workplace?
The current average for delivering this course, as assessed by our delegates, is 9.59
“I thoroughly enjoyed the course content – the whole learning experience was excellent.”
Since the course: “Accurate data is what’s needed in industry today and the industrial engineering data I now produce can have a significant impact on the business”
AB, Logistics sector, Feb 2023
“Good course, good facilities. Learning pace well measured. Steve was always helpful and offering assistance. Thanks.”
DI, Distribution sector, September 2022
“Brilliant course and its changed the way I approach processes at work.”
LH, Manufacturing sector, September 2022
“This module is very important for the course and very relevant for me and my work. The lecturer is very prepared and once more did a great job understanding our needs and helping with the struggles. I definitely need more experience in the field but feel more equipped now. Glad I had the opportunity to be here and finish the course.”
JL, Logistics sector, May 2022
“The course content is very applicable to what we do in my company. It was a brilliant learning experience; I’ve taken a lot from the course.”
Since the course: “I can now make a contribution to how we analyse new techniques and structures in the bid to eliminate waste, which is what we’re all about.”
SD, Automotive sector, Feb 2022
“For me the IMS course came just at the right time. It taught me the details I didn’t know and has given me a new understanding, a new approach.”
Since the course: “I thrive on detail and the principles I have learnt I now use and I can apply them in every situation. The learning is now embedded in me.”
DM, Public sector, Feb 2022
“Great content and application of knowledge, clearly outlined expectations and explained in an easy, stress free way. Great and knowledgeable tutor.”
OS, Retail sector, September 2021
“The introduction to Lean was very good. Applying the theory to Modules 2 and 3 was also beneficial. Thank you !!!”
CF, Logistics sector, May 2021
“Very informative, good support and guidance”
SD, Manufacturing sector, January 2021
“Good balance of theory and practical work. Experienced lecturer was able to put theory into context for the delegates relating the content to our industries. Very engaging style.”
CA, Manufacturing sector, September 2019
“Very enjoyable course, well presented. Lecturer was excellent again.”
DH, Manufacturing sector, June 2019
“Amazing tutor for this course. Helped me to understand and build my knowledge and skills. Thank you so much for the help & support.”
TW, Automotive sector, March 2019
“Good course which has certainly opened my eyes to possible improvements within my workplace.”
NH, Manufacturing sector, November 2018
“Again a great week everything well explained.”
PJ, Automotive sector, September 2018
“Excellent job delivered by Steve.”
RC, Retail sector, June 2018
“All modules of the course were presented in a way to bring out the best of us . Steve is a great trainer.”
DS, Manufacturing sector, April 2018
“Really interesting course, enjoyed it and have taken a lot away.”
PR, Retail sector, March 2018
Techniques you’ll be introduced to on this course
We look at a variety of work measurement tools for different work environments, including
Developing cells and teams
Who would benefit from this course?
Our delegates come from a variety of roles in every business sector. Click here for typical people.
Equipment you’ll need on this course
You will need stationery including pens, pencils, a ruler, an eraser and a calculator.
What you’ll have on successfully completing this course
This course will help you on your Lean journey. You will be able to make an impact back in your work place and help improve productivity and performance with practical knowledge about achieving a streamlined operation at lower costs.
What to do next
If you need to improve capacity or reduce costs, or you need accurate data to determine how best to cope with change, we can provide the right way forward – cost-effectively. Remember that improving productivity is about making the better use of all your resources and vitally, making much better use of the critical ones.
Whichever business sector you operate in, the chances are we’ve helped people to address their productivity issues and improve the way they operate.
Scott-Grant can really help you improve your productivity and become more streamlined.