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Sat, 02 Mar 2024 13:53:32 +0000

Organizations are constantly seeking methods to enhance efficiency, foster innovation, and resolve challenges effectively. One powerful tool that has emerged as a cornerstone in this…

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Thu, 29 Feb 2024 16:24:05 +0000

Free Failure Mode Effects and Analysis (FMEA) Excel Template

Failure Mode Effects and Analysis (FMEA) is a powerful tool embraced by industries worldwide to predict and mitigate potential failures within systems, products, or processes.…

Calvin posted an update: Just like in sports, creating a successful culture […]

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 19:30:20 +0000

Just like in sports, creating a successful culture of Continuous Improvement is largely a function of fitness. What lessons can we learn from the world of athletics to help us transform company performance?

Here’s an article that starts to unpack this…

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Revved for March Madness? Look for These Lessons in Operational Excellence

Seven parallels between action on the court and activity on the shop floor.

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Tue, 27 Feb 2024 15:01:52 +0000

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Fri, 23 Feb 2024 20:46:29 +0000

Lean Communication with Sam Yankelevitch

Lean has applications in virtually all aspects of life. Have you ever considered how Lean principles could be applied in the way we communicate in…

Calvin posted an update: What specific disciplines should leaders develop in […]

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 17:31:23 +0000

What specific disciplines should leaders develop in their journey to create a culture of Continuous Improvement? What deliberate routines and behavior patterns of leaders enable others to improve at an accelerated pace?

Join us Monday, March 18th at 1pm to hear Dr William Harvey speak on Leadership KATA to hear powerful ideas for creating…

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Leadership KATA with Dr William Harvey | LinkedIn

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 16:11:55 +0000

Yes We Kaizen! Traveller Mug

Quench your thirst while driving Continuous Improvement on the go with this stylish traveler mug including the text “Yes We Kaizen!”.

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 20:11:38 +0000

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

Maria posted a new course.

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 21:36:10 +0000

Having Difficult Conversations

This course provides best practices for having difficult conversations in a workplace environment. Leaders frequently find themselves in position to have unpleasant conversations at work.…

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.

Maria posted a new course.

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 23:54:26 +0000

Takt Time

This course will provide a fundamental understanding for the concept of takt time, how to calculate, and its application in various environments

Maria posted a new course.

Sun, 17 Sep 2023 22:22:32 +0000

This course provides a fundamental understanding of the A3 process and how to apply it to solve problems of varying complexity.

Maria posted a new course.

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 16:07:49 +0000

FMEA

In this course you will learn the basics of the FMEA methodology, equipping you with the essential skills to identify, assess, and prioritize failure modes…

Maria posted a new course.

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:38:51 +0000

Changeover Reduction (SMED)

SMED (Single-Minute Exchange of Die) is a systematic approach that revolutionizes the way you switch between production tasks, reducing downtime and improving overall productivity. By…

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Thu, 07 Sep 2023 13:38:32 +0000

Run Chart Excel Template

When it comes to process improvement and data analysis, run charts are an invaluable tool that provides a clear visual representation of data over time.…