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Hoshin Kanri – Strategy Deployment and Lean Performance Management
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Description
Overview
What is Hoshin Kanri?
Hoshin Kanri is a Lean strategic management system that ensures everyone in the organization works in the same direction.
It is a tool for performance management, Innovation prioritization and strategy implementation/deployment.
It enables managers and teams to translate long-term strategy into concrete, measurable actions at team and departmental level—
and to steer performance throughout the fiscal year.
This training is a hands-on, structured program with one clear outcome: a living Hoshin A3
that becomes the single reference point for strategy execution, daily management, and performance follow-up.
Why Hoshin Kanri (and why most implementations fail)
Most organizations struggle not with strategy creation, but with strategy deployment:
- Objectives remain abstract
- Focus on the short term
- Teams work hard, but not aligned
- KPIs exist, but don’t drive behavior
- Follow-up meetings lack structure
Hoshin Kanri solves this—if implemented correctly.
This training focuses on practical deployment.
Training Objective
The objective of this training is to enable participants to:
- Gain insight into their current management and steering system
- Understand the Hoshin Kanri methodology and deployment process
- Understand the role of the manager within the Hoshin Kanri process
- Be able to apply Hoshin Kanri within their own organization or department
Prerequistes
No specific prior training is required.
All concepts are explained step by step.
Exercises and case work during the session make the essence of Hoshin Kanri immediately clear and applicable.
Benefits
Participants develop a solid and practical understanding of Hoshin Kanri, enabling them to
turn strategic intent into consistent execution.
- Fully understand Hoshin Kanri and its core building blocks
- Implement Hoshin Kanri effectively within their own organization
- Link long-term strategy directly to daily execution
- Move from ambition to measurable results in a structured and disciplined way
This training demonstrates how strategy is actually executed
Content
Program Structure
We start by building a clear and shared understanding of what Hoshin Kanri really is
and how it differs from traditional approaches to strategy and performance management.
Secondly we focus on the design of a Hoshin Kanri system that fits the organization and its strategy and how to define hoshin items and targets.
Next we focus on the ‘direction management’ and follow up process, followed by a suggestion of an effective Hoshin Template, which brings all elements together, and we conclude with the link of Hoshin with strategy.
Agenda
Module 1 — Hoshin Kanri Fundamentals
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What Hoshin Kanri really is — and what it is not
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Benefits of Hoshin Kanri
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Differences with traditional strategic planning and Management by Objectives (MBO)
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Understanding your current steering and management system
Module 2 — Hoshin Kanri Design Process
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Overview of the Hoshin Kanri design and deployment process
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Identifying relevant strategic and operational inputs
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Relationship between Hoshin objectives and Daily Management
Module 3 — Defining Hoshin Items & Targets
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Defining Hoshin items at the right level
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Setting clear and meaningful targets
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Determining KPIs and measurement indicators
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Avoiding vague or overloaded objectives
- Determine a realistic annual planning
Module 4 — Direction Management & Follow-Up
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Direction management: how Hoshin Kanri is actively steered throughout the year
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Roles and responsibilities, with a clear focus on the manager’s role
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Structured follow-up and adjustment based on facts
Module 5 — Hoshin Template & Application
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Using the Hoshin template as the central management instrument
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Structure, elements and ownership of the template
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Linking strategy and execution
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Applying Hoshin Kanri within your own organization or department
Target Audience
Manufacturing & Industrial Environments
- Executives and senior management
- Plant managers and production managers
- Department and functional managers
- Quality, supply chain and logistics managers
- Industrial and process engineers
- Lean experts, Lean leaders and Lean trainers
- Professionals responsible for strategy deployment and performance steering
Office & Service Environments
- Department heads and office managers
- Middle and senior management
- Executives responsible for strategic alignment
- Entrepreneurs and self-employed professionals
- Professionals in liberal professions
- Lean specialists and Lean coaches
- Professionals aiming to align strategy, KPIs and daily operations
Healthcare Sector
- Hospital executives and senior management
- Department heads and unit managers
- Functional and quality managers
- Medical leadership involved in organizational performance
- Lean specialists and Lean coaches
- Professionals aiming to improve coordination, focus and patient-centered performance
Testimonials
Trainers
Jan Hermans – Senior Trainer & Former Toyota Motor Europe
Jan brings two decades of experience from Toyota’s European Headquarters, where he worked from 2004 to 2023 as HR Manager and certified master trainer for all Global Toyota Programs. His expertise covers Problem Solving, Performance Management, A3 Consensus Building & Communication, PDCA, and leadership development across Toyota’s international organisation.
With a professional background in Logistics and the Petroleum sector prior to joining Toyota, Jan combines operational insight with deep mastery of Lean/TPS management principles.
He delivers training in Toyota Business Practice (TBP), Hoshin Kanri, On-the-Job Development (OJD), and Lean Leadership/Toyota Management Development — always supported by real-world cases, clear frameworks, and practical guidance grounded in Toyota’s proven methods.
Certification
Participants who complete the full one-day programme receive an official Certificate of Attendance from the Lean Academy.
This certificate confirms participation in a recognised Hoshin Kanri / Strategy Deployment training delivered by senior trainers with Toyota-level expertise.
Optional coaching sessions can be added for teams who want support in implementing their own Hoshin A3 or Strategy Deployment system.
Cost - Subsidies
Practical Details
Price
The standard registration fee for this one-day theoretical training is €695 excl. VAT.
Optional coaching packages are available:
• Option A: 2 × 1-hour online coaching sessions — €350 excl. VAT
• Option B: 4 × 2-hour on-site coaching sessions for your full team — €1,400 excl. VAT
Discounts
Companies registering multiple participants for the same session benefit from the following reductions:
• Second participant: 5%
• Third participant: 10%
• Fourth and subsequent participants: 15%
Drinks and Meal
Cold and hot drinks are included in the training fee.
A light meal is served around 16:45.
Sessions typically run from 13:30 to 20:30, unless otherwise stated.
Location
The theoretical training usually takes place at Roosenberg, Patotterijstraat 1, 9250 Waasmunster, where free parking is available.
Some editions may take place at alternative venues such as Brussels or Turnhout; these exceptions will be clearly communicated on the registration page.
Subsidies
Companies based in Flanders may benefit from KMO-portefeuille funding for this training.
The Lean Academy is ISO 9001:2015 certified, which makes this programme eligible under the “Training” pillar.
Optional
Teams that want to apply Hoshin Kanri directly within their own department can add an optional coaching package. Our trainers provide hands-on support to help you translate your vision, priorities, and KPIs into a fully structured Hoshin A3, including planning, review rhythm, and visual follow-up in an Obeya setting.
Coaching options include:
• 1:1 sessions or team coaching, online or on-site
• Review and refinement of your Hoshin A3
• Support in defining KPIs, milestones, and follow-up routines
• Alignment workshops to engage and synchronise your leadership team
Upcoming Sessions
Hoshin Kanri Training
Language: NL
Price: €695,00 – ex VAT
Session at Roosenberg Waasmunster (BE) • 13.30 – 20.30
Tue. 17 Mar 2026
What you will work on
Hoshin Kanri — Strategy Deployment & Direction Management
Build a practical Hoshin A3 and a clear follow-up rhythm for the fiscal year.
Optional Coaching Extensions
Option A: 2 × 1 hour online coaching
Option B: 4 × 2 hours on-site coaching with the full team
Interested in an In-House training?
This program can also be organized in-house for your company.
Tailor the training to your team’s specific needs and schedule.
Get in touch with us to explore the possibilities.
Waiting List
Contact
Feel free to contact us for questions related to our training. You can also check out our FAQ. Are you looking for in-company training?
Drop us a message on academy@vangoubergen.com and we will get back to you.