Productivity Improvement Techniques
Course ID: 260928 0101 273ESH
Course Dates : 28/09/2026 Course Duration : 5 Studying Day/s Course Location: London, United Kingdom
Language: Bilingual
Course Category: Professional and CPD Training Programs
Course Subcategories:
Business Decision Making Organisational Effectiveness Performance Management Professional Practice & Standards Strategic Management
Course Certified By: ESHub CPD & LondonUni - Executive Management Training
* Professional Training and CPD Programs
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Executive Diploma Certificate
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Executive Masters Certificate
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Introduction
Businesses and individuals waste significant time on low-impact tasks, unclear priorities, and inefficient processes. "Productivity Improvement Techniques" equips participants with practical frameworks, tools, and habits to reclaim time, boost output quality, and create sustainable performance gains. Through a mix of diagnostic methods, process design, digital tools, and change techniques, learners will be able to diagnose productivity bottlenecks, eliminate waste, and implement measurable improvements that align with organizational goals.
Objectives
1. Diagnose productivity losses in a specific workstream using simple measures and root-cause techniques.
2. Map and redesign a core workflow to reduce handoffs and eliminate identifiable waste.
3. Build a 30–60 day improvement plan with clear tasks, owners, and metrics for tracking progress.
4. Apply daily and weekly practices—time blocking, batching, and prioritization—to increase focused work time.
5. Configure common productivity tools and establish team conventions to sustain changes.
2. Map and redesign a core workflow to reduce handoffs and eliminate identifiable waste.
3. Build a 30–60 day improvement plan with clear tasks, owners, and metrics for tracking progress.
4. Apply daily and weekly practices—time blocking, batching, and prioritization—to increase focused work time.
5. Configure common productivity tools and establish team conventions to sustain changes.
Who Should Attend
Operations managers
Project managers
Team leaders and frontline supervisors
Product managers
Business process analysts
Training Method
• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts
Program Support
This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.
Course Agenda
Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection
Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
Week 1
Day 1
Productivity Improvement Fundamentals
- Understanding the principles of workplace productivity
- Identifying factors that influence individual and team performance
- Recognising common productivity challenges
Productivity Assessment
- Measuring current productivity levels
- Identifying productivity losses and inefficiencies
- Applying basic analysis techniques to understand causes
Root Cause Analysis for Productivity
- Identifying causes of reduced productivity
- Applying structured problem-solving methods
- Prioritising improvement opportunities
Day 2
Workflow Analysis
- Mapping existing work processes
- Identifying unnecessary steps and delays
- Understanding workflow improvement opportunities
Waste Reduction Techniques
- Identifying non-value-added activities
- Reducing unnecessary handoffs and interruptions
- Improving workflow efficiency
Workflow Redesign
- Developing improved work processes
- Simplifying activities and responsibilities
- Creating more effective workflows
Day 3
Improvement Planning
- Developing practical improvement plans
- Defining tasks, owners and timelines
- Establishing progress measures
Time Management Practices
- Applying time blocking techniques
- Improving prioritisation methods
- Increasing focused work time
Work Routine Optimisation
- Creating effective daily and weekly routines
- Managing competing priorities
- Building sustainable productivity habits
Day 4
Productivity Tools
- Understanding common productivity tools
- Selecting suitable tools for different work needs
- Improving task and information management
Team Productivity Practices
- Establishing team working agreements
- Improving coordination and communication
- Supporting consistent team performance
Monitoring Productivity Improvements
- Tracking improvement progress
- Reviewing productivity measures
- Adjusting approaches based on results
Day 5
Sustaining Productivity Improvements
- Embedding improved working practices
- Maintaining productivity gains
- Supporting continuous improvement
Productivity Improvement Implementation
- Applying productivity techniques to workplace situations
- Developing personal improvement actions
- Strengthening productivity capability
Review and Action Planning
- Reviewing productivity improvement techniques tools and frameworks
- Preparing a personal implementation or development plan
- Course review, feedback and implementation planning
