Business Simulation Workshop
Date: Thursday, 28th May 2026
Time: 08:30 - 13:00
Location: North East Technology Park (NETPark), Thomas Wright Way, Sedgefield, TS21 3FD
Cost: Free

This interactive Lean Factory Simulation Workshop gives you a hands-on experience of how lean principles can transform business operations.
Want to see how your company can improve its performance and productivity?
We believe lean business techniques only apply to manufacturing companies.
That is not the case.
Lean can be successfully applied to any organisation, delivering real, tangible improvements in how work gets done.
What is this workshop?
This is a hands-on, interactive Lean Factory Simulation where you will learn by doing.
Working in teams, you will take part in building “Big Bling Wheelie Cars” using Lego bricks. Through this simulation, you will experience first-hand how lean principles impact performance, efficiency, and results.
What you will learn
How to improve performance by applying lean techniques
The real cost of unfinished or delayed tasks on your bottom line
How to create a culture of continuous improvement within your business
Who is it for?
If your business has:
Staff
Daily processes or tasks
A product or service
…then this workshop is for you.
If you feel like “things could be better” but are not sure where to start, this session will give you clarity and practical direction.
What to expect
- A 4-hour practical workshop
- Team-based simulation exercises
- Real-world business insights
- Immediate, actionable takeaways
No prior knowledge of lean principles is required. Just bring a willingness to get involved and enjoy the experience.
