Lean operational meetings aim to improve the performance of a workshop by actively involving employees in continuous improvement and goal achievement. These meetings are designed to be fast, efficient, results-oriented, and have proven effectiveness in many manufacturing environments. 

Lean operational meetings are generally structured around three types of meetings: the morning start-up meeting (often called Flash 5 / Top 5 / daily meeting), the team follow-up meeting (Flash 30 / SQCDP), and problem-solving meetings.

Flash 5

The morning start-up meeting is the first meeting that takes place every day in the workshop. It brings together all team members to discuss production objectives, tasks to be accomplished, potential challenges, and resources needed to achieve the day's goals. This meeting aligns all team members on priorities and ensures that everyone is on the same page from the beginning of the day. It also allows for the quick detection of potential problems and taking measures to resolve them before they impact workshop performance.

Flash 30

The Flash 30 meeting involves the production manager and all support services. It aims to align team members on objectives, discus schedules, and address the needs of each department.

During the Flash 30 meeting, representatives from different support services, such as maintenance, quality, logistics, and engineering, come together to review their respective performance metrics and progress towards meeting their goals. They discuss any challenges or obstacles they may be facing and collaborate on solutions to overcome them. The UAP manager, who oversees the assembly process, leads the meeting and facilitates the discussions.

Problem Solving meeting

The Lean problem-solving meetings typically focus on identifying the most critical or prioritized problems, and then defining and implementing an action plan to resolve them. These action plans may include specific steps, assigned responsibilities, set deadlines, and performance indicators to measure progress.
They are based on key Lean principles such as transparency, active employee participation, fact-based problem solving, and continuous improvement. By encouraging collaboration and accountability, these meetings can help create a culture of continuous improvement within the organization and improve overall performance.

In conclusion, while there are many types of team meetings, what truly matters is involving everyone transparently, taking concrete actions, and committing to continuous improvement. By embracing a Lean approach that focuses on active employee participation, transparency, and accountability, operational meetings can become powerful tools for improving organizational performance and fostering a culture of excellence. So, let's commit to going Lean and making it happen!