What Our Clients Say
The value of TWI Institute and its certified teachers and coaches is in making manuals and materials come alive in the hands, the mind, and the workplace.
WHY TWI INSTITUTE
Better People. Better Relationships. Better Results.
Our end-to-end approach
sets us apart
Our proven methods stretch far beyond essential TWI, Kata and Standardized Work training. From initial preparation to ongoing consulting, we prepare people and workplaces for continuous improvement, better outcomes and increased engagement.
Step One
Preparation
We start with an assessment and provide tailored recommendations for your workers and your workplace. KPIs are set, a communication strategy is planned and workforce orientation begins.
- Assessment and recommendations
- Set objectives and KPIs
- Management/Workforce buy-in
- Acclimating workforce
- Communications planning
Step Two
Education
Supervisors, team leaders and those who direct the work of others attend, participate and learn in our cornerstone programs: TWI, Kata and Standardized Work.
- TWI Programs (JI, JM, JR, JS, PS)
- Kata Programs
- Standardized Work Programs
- SkillPoint Workshops
- Knowledge Certification
Step Three
Adoption
We work with you to plan a pilot program and teams begin to learn by doing. Through workplace practice and coaching, we help students accept the ideas and put them to work. We're with you through every step of the journey.
- Piloting/Proof of concept
- Learn-by-doing
- Workplace practice
- Coaching and consulting
Step Four
Integration
We assess learning, validate pilot results, incorporate skills into routines, evaluate practices and culture, and measure performance against KPIs.
- Assess learning/Validate pilot
- Incorporate skills into routines practices and culture
- Measure performance against KPIs
Step Five
Certification
We execute worker and workplace certifications, including TWI Certification (student and trainer), Kata Certification (student and trainer) Train-the-Trainer Certification, and TWI: 2018 Certification.
- TWI Certification
- Kata Certification
- Standardized Work Certification
- Train the Trainer Certification
- TWI: 2018 Certification
Step Six
Continuation
We stay connected with planned reassessments, KPI checks, remedial coaching, and re-certifications to protect and grow your return on investment.
- Post-program reassessment
- KPIs check
- Remedial coaching
- Recertification
- Alignment with organization strategies and management systems
Our Programs Deliver
Measurable Results
We feel great satisfaction in the value we have generated for our clients.
45
%Increase in productivity
68
%Reduction in training time
23
%Reduction in employee turnover
70
%Fewer Accidents
These statistics represent documented composite results from actual improvements measured in client engagements and tracking metrics from the U.S. government.
Worldwide Presence
Since 2002, TWI Institute has served clients around the globe. We deliver TWI, Kata and Standardized Work coaching and training on six continents and in 18 languages.
Global Locations
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Central Europe
China
Czech Republic
Denmark
Finland
France
Germany
Hungary
Iberia
Ireland
Italy
Lithuania
Mexico
Netherlands
Nigeria
New Zealand
Poland
Portugal
Slovakia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
United Kingdom
We Fit What We Do to You
Our Solutions Align with Your Goals
People are the heart of improvement. Our people-focused solutions create an essential foundation for your success in continuous improvement, operational excellence, Lean, and talent development initiatives.
We Offer Our Programs in Multiple Formats
In Person
Online Synchronous
On Demand
Hybrid
Certification Recognizes and Validates Your Achievements
Our certifications recognize individuals, trainer candidates, and organizations.
What Makes TWI Institute Unique?
We believe in the potential of people – in their lives, in their communities, and in their work.
We are a people business that coaches and trains. As such, we believe our role is to help people reach their potential with dignity and in harmony. What makes us different is what we bring to the experience and the way we help achieve sustainable results for your business.
Our Values
We're committed to maximizing your people's potential for success.
Global Reach
We've taught 3000+ trainers and delivered programs in 30+ countries across six continents.
End-to-End Approach
We leave nothing to chance and provide foundational and ongoing support for sustainable growth.
Authentic TWI
We revived TWI's original methodology and made it relevant for the modern worker and workplace.