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Book Synopsis: In an environment of diminishing resources, growing enrollment, and increasing expectations of accountability, Lean Higher Education: Increasing the Value and Performance of University Processes provides the understanding and the tools required to return education to the consumers it was designed to serve—the students. It supplies a unifying framework for implementing and sustaining a Lean Higher Education (LHE) transformation at any institution, regardless of size or mission. Using straightforward language, relevant examples, and step-by-step guidelines for introducing Lean interventions, this authoritative resource explains how to involve stakeholders in the delivery of quality every step of the way. The author details a flexible series of steps to help ensure stakeholders understand all critical work processes. He presents a wealth of empirical evidence that highlights successful applications of Lean concepts at major universities and provides proven methods for uncovering and eliminating activities that overburden staff yet contribute little or no added value to stakeholders. Complete with standardized methods for correctly diagnosing workplace problems and implementing appropriate solutions, this valuable reference arms you with the understanding and the tools to effectively balance the needs of all stakeholders. By implementing the Lean practices covered in these pages, your school will be better positioned to provide higher quality education, at reduced costs, with efficient processes that instill pride, maximize value, and respect the long-term interests of your students, faculty, and staff.
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Are you looking for a solution to the challenges faced by universities today? Look no further than Lean Higher Education: Increasing the Value and Performance of University Processes. In this comprehensive guide, we offer a proven framework that will help your institution transform and adapt to the ever-changing demands of higher education. Whether you have a small college or a large university, this book provides the step-by-step guidelines needed to implement and sustain a Lean Higher Education (LHE) transformation.
What sets this resource apart is its focus on involving stakeholders at every stage of the journey. We believe in the power of collaboration and in engaging all members of your institution in the delivery of quality. With straightforward language and relevant examples, this authoritative reference explains how to identify critical work processes and eliminate activities that add little value. Our approach is backed by empirical evidence and successful applications at major universities, so you know you're getting proven methods.
Why choose Lean Higher Education? By implementing the practices outlined in this book, your school will be better equipped to provide higher quality education, reduce costs, and improve efficiency. You'll instill pride in your institution by streamlining processes, maximizing value, and respecting the long-term interests of your students, faculty, and staff. Don't wait any longer to transform your university into a leaner, more agile and effective institution. Take the first step towards success by purchasing the book today.
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