CI Dev System

We offer a free onboarding program for qualified companies. They are given full access to Phase 1, Discover, of the Transformation Framework. It is intended to give companies a true evaluation of the system by actually using it to initiate meaningful change.

What is the Continuous Improvement Development System (in 30 seconds)

What is CIDS Onboarding?

We have a few questions for you before you are granted entry to this program. It is intended to ensure you are serious about your commitment and ability to create a robust, continuous-improvement culture.

Selecting the Program Leader

Actions to Take Before Requesting Onboarding

<h2 id="22d06c99-c0b7-4d9a-9591-4dc0e2c450f2" data-toc-id="22d06c99-c0b7-4d9a-9591-4dc0e2c450f2" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">Course Description</h2><p>Before a company begins the CIDS onboarding process, there are several important decisions and commitments that should already be in place. This short preparation course is designed to help organizations understand what the onboarding process involves, what will be expected from leadership, and how to prepare for a successful start.</p><p>The CIDS onboarding process is not simply a request for access to training materials. It is the beginning of a structured transformation effort built around the CIDS Transformation Framework and the long-term development of a sustainable Continuous Improvement Operating System (CIOS). Organizations that prepare properly before applying tend to move faster, experience less friction, and gain significantly more value from the process.</p><p>This course helps your company evaluate readiness, clarify responsibilities, and make sure the right people are aligned before submitting the onboarding request.</p><hr><h2 id="39527f24-25bd-4523-ad7d-0086101e9066" data-toc-id="39527f24-25bd-4523-ad7d-0086101e9066" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">What This Course Covers</h2><h3 id="485a24cb-40c8-4504-b883-1e7c742c5b9b" data-toc-id="485a24cb-40c8-4504-b883-1e7c742c5b9b" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Understanding the CIDS Approach</h3><p>Learn how the CIDS system is structured, including:</p><ul><li><p>The purpose of the Transformation Framework</p></li><li><p>The relationship between the framework and the ongoing CI Operating System (CIOS)</p></li><li><p>Why continuous improvement transformations require long-term leadership commitment</p></li><li><p>What companies should realistically expect during the early phases of implementation</p></li></ul><h3 id="62d4835b-6ada-4587-b433-0cf63dee63a5" data-toc-id="62d4835b-6ada-4587-b433-0cf63dee63a5" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Selecting the Right CI Program Leader</h3><p>One of the most important decisions in the onboarding process is selecting the person who will guide and coordinate the transformation effort.</p><p>This course explains:</p><ul><li><p>The role and responsibilities of the CI Program Leader</p></li><li><p>The characteristics of effective transformation leaders</p></li><li><p>Common mistakes companies make when assigning the role</p></li><li><p>Why the Program Leader must have time, authority, and organizational support</p></li></ul><h3 id="a079e222-37b8-45f5-b268-5dfac8d1151f" data-toc-id="a079e222-37b8-45f5-b268-5dfac8d1151f" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Securing Executive Sponsorship</h3><p>Successful transformations require visible and active leadership support.</p><p>You will learn:</p><ul><li><p>Why executive sponsorship is critical to long-term success</p></li><li><p>What an Executive Sponsor is expected to do</p></li><li><p>How leadership alignment affects implementation speed and adoption</p></li><li><p>Why transformations often struggle when leadership commitment is weak or unclear</p></li></ul><h3 id="9e1873e9-dc63-4dbd-b9ea-2038512b60db" data-toc-id="9e1873e9-dc63-4dbd-b9ea-2038512b60db" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Understanding the Commitment</h3><p>Continuous improvement transformations are not quick events or isolated training initiatives. They are multi-phase operational development efforts that require focus, consistency, and organizational participation.</p><p>This section discusses:</p><ul><li><p>The expected level of organizational commitment</p></li><li><p>Why sustainable systems take time to build</p></li><li><p>The importance of alignment before starting</p></li><li><p>How the onboarding process helps reduce risk and improve readiness</p></li></ul><hr><h2 id="e872f191-9096-40a7-b2bc-13fa9d774a23" data-toc-id="e872f191-9096-40a7-b2bc-13fa9d774a23" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">Who Should Take This Course</h2><p>This course is intended for:</p><ul><li><p>Executives evaluating participation in the CIDS onboarding program</p></li><li><p>Prospective CI Program Leaders</p></li><li><p>Operations leaders and plant leadership teams</p></li><li><p>Companies exploring a structured continuous improvement transformation</p></li></ul><hr><h2 id="81b84ba1-6e29-40df-8635-6f3621642fbd" data-toc-id="81b84ba1-6e29-40df-8635-6f3621642fbd" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">Why This Preparation Matters</h2><p>The onboarding process is designed to support organizations that are serious about building a long-term continuous improvement system. Companies that prepare properly before applying are more likely to:</p><ul><li><p>Gain leadership alignment early</p></li><li><p>Avoid delays during onboarding</p></li><li><p>Assign the right people to critical roles</p></li><li><p>Understand the expectations of the program</p></li><li><p>Build momentum more quickly during the Discover phase</p></li></ul><p>By the end of this course, you should have a clear understanding of what is required before requesting onboarding access and whether your organization is ready to move forward.</p><hr><h2 id="d598d4de-4a96-4b58-a239-dd466b4dbcfb" data-toc-id="d598d4de-4a96-4b58-a239-dd466b4dbcfb" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">Begin Preparing for Your Transformation</h2><p>The goal of this course is simple: help your organization start the right way.</p><p>Before requesting onboarding access, make sure your leadership team understands the commitment, your Executive Sponsor is engaged, and your CI Program Leader has been identified. Those early decisions will have a major impact on the success of your transformation effort.</p>

Our CIDS system has a free onboarding program. It lets you start on the actual program before you choose whether or not to invest in it. It is the actual program, so you will be starting your journey immediately.

CIDS Onboarding Pre-Qualification Preparation

Jeffrey Hajek

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What you will learn

Understand the purpose of the CIDS onboarding preparation process

Identify the responsibilities of the CI Program Leader

Understand the importance of Executive Sponsor support

Evaluate whether their organization is ready to request onboarding

Recognize the expected commitment involved in the onboarding process

Prepare for the onboarding survey with greater clarity and confidence

Identify key internal discussions that should occur before applying

Understand what happens after onboarding approval

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