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Calvin posted an update: What is the enemy of Lean?Author Bob Emiliani has […]

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 13:23:46 +0000

What is the enemy of Lean?

Author Bob Emiliani has some fascinating ideas about what keeps companies from making the Lean transformation that they strive for.

Check it out in this article: https://bobemiliani.com/the-enemy-of-lean-is-classical-management/

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The Enemy of Lean is Classical Management

Summary of research by Bob Emiliani on why leaders resist or reject Lean management.

Calvin posted an update: How do you translate high level corporate strategy […]

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 16:02:15 +0000

How do you translate high level corporate strategy into results on the frontlines? Toyota is one of the companies that do this exceptionally well through Hoshin Kanri.

Check out this article to learn more about it: https://www.lean.org/the-lean-post/articles/the-cascade-of-hoshin/

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Understanding the Hoshin Cascade - Lean Enterprise Institute

Lean Post: Understand the importance of cascading hoshin objectives and how it can help improve your organization.

Calvin posted an update: In many companies 85% of the workforce reports directly […]

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 19:14:19 +0000

In many companies 85% of the workforce reports directly to frontline leaders. This makes developing frontline leaders to drive the Continuous Improvement strategy imperative for success in a Lean transformation.

Check out this article for…

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Front-Line Leaders: The Most Overlooked Role in Lean Transformation

It's critical to train and engage the people who most workers report to and communicate with.

Maria posted a new product.

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 15:50:51 +0000

Yes We Kaizen! Beanie

Stay warm & cozy while promoting a culture of Kaizen everyone where you go.

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Sat, 17 Feb 2024 02:37:56 +0000

Calvin posted an update: We're all still trying to figure out how our businesses […]

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 15:33:10 +0000

We’re all still trying to figure out how our businesses are being disrupted by AI. Here’s an article that shares some key learnings to date from the manufacturing industry.

https://www.industryweek.com/technology-and-iiot/emerging-technologies/article/21282620/what-we-can-learn-from-ai-use-cases-in-manufacturing

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What We Can Learn From AI Use Cases in Manufacturing

A look at company trends through the lens of earnings and investor reports.

Calvin posted an update: Beoing has dug itself into a bit of a hole in the last […]

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 14:56:19 +0000

Beoing has dug itself into a bit of a hole in the last few years. This is emblematic of companies that fail to adopt a culture of Continuous Improvement. What should they be thinking about now?

https://www.industryweek.com/supply-chain/supplier-relationships/article/21282352/boeings-organizational-problems-date-back-two-decades

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Boeing's Organizational Problems Date Back Two Decades

The aerospace giant began outsourcing 70% of its design, engineering and manufacturing in the early 2000s.

Maria posted a new post.

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 01:43:28 +0000

Quantum Lean with Sean Fields

I am pleased to leave you with the recording of the amazing presentation by Sean Fields, the author of Quantum Lean. In this presentation, Sean…

Maria posted a new course.

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 01:34:38 +0000

Change Management

Change is a constant in today’s fast-paced business environment, and the ability to manage it effectively is a crucial skill for individuals and teams. This…

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Maria posted an update: What are some emerging technologies that help build […]

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 20:54:04 +0000

What are some emerging technologies that help build a culture of Continuous Improvement?

Maria posted an update: What role does technology play in building a culture […]

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 01:06:04 +0000

What role does technology play in building a culture of Continuous Improvement?

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Maria posted an update: How to lead a Continuous Improvement team

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 15:08:21 +0000

How to lead a Continuous Improvement team