Lean Product Development
Lean Product Development (LPD) applies the waste elimination philosophy of lean operations into the product development process. LPD methods and principles help firms reduce time to market, improve resource utilization, and reduce new product development risk, while cutting waste, reducing product costs and product development expense. Firms that embrace the practical, waste-eliminating methods of Lean Product Development have reported up to a 50% reduction in launch schedule, dramatic improvements in gross margin and enhanced customer satisfaction. In addition to consulting services by TDO staff experienced in new product development, TDO offers the following:
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ExportNY
The ExportNY International Business Academy helps businesses strategically expand global markets while mitigating risks. New session starts soon!
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NEXT: The Event for Technology, Manufacturing & Innovation
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SBIR/STTR Grant Assistance
Learn if SBIR and STTR are a good fit for funding your research and technology commercialization.
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TWI Institute
TDO’s TWI Institute provides education, training, materials, implementation guidance and connections to TWI practitioners and leaders in industry and business.
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Africa Business Program
Syracuse University and TDO work together to facilitate partnerships between businesses in CNY and Africa.
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Green Belt Training: Lean Six Sigma and Problem Solving
Learn how to apply Lean Six Sigma using the DMAIC process improvement framework. New class starts soon!
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SMED -Quick Changeover
Transform your set-up team into a NASCAR pit-crew! Schedule today
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Implementing TWI: Creating and Managing a Skills-Based Culture
Shingo award-winning authors Bob Wrona and Pat Graupp release their second book on Training Within Industry (TWI).
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