As a process based on hands-on learning and innovative thinking, Lean methodology is a natural fit for schools and colleges. Indeed, educational institutions can use Lean to eliminate waste, provide maximum value to students, improve service delivery, and more effectively meet financial challenges.
One college, for example, used the Lean approach to develop a comprehensive system for tracking prospective and new students. From initial admissions inquiry to student registration, a cross-departmental, networked application enabled administrative and academic staff to collaborate efficiently and reduce waiting times, improve service quality, and increase the satisfaction levels of new students.