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Richard Kunst
Mar 19, 20234 min read
Managing Customer Demand
those pesky Rush Order Requests always seem to come from (pick one or all)
1) the same customer
2) same sales person
3) same customer ser
Richard Kunst
Mar 12, 20234 min read
Seek Cadence within Process
Cadence being the gait that needs to be observed with your information and communication flow and the repeatability of tasks.
Richard Kunst
Mar 5, 20233 min read
EVSM or Value Stream Mapping?
What is my problem with Value Steam Mapping (VSM)?
Richard Kunst
Feb 26, 20234 min read
Blame my MOM please !!!
I really need to blame my MOM for providing me with that LEAN DNA marker.
Richard Kunst
Feb 12, 20235 min read
Once again, 5S+1 is not about just about creating a clean and organized environment
Once again, 5S+1 is not about just about creating a clean and organized environment
Richard Kunst
Feb 5, 20233 min read
QUICK RESPONSE QUALITY CONTROL
QRQC is described as a quick and comprehensive problem-solving process
Richard Kunst
Feb 5, 20235 min read
Gemba Shuffle
Is the game is truly leveraging your gift of time and your talent management members?
Richard Kunst
Jan 26, 20233 min read
ISHIKAWA Diagram ... some thoughts ...
called a Fishbone chart or diagram. It is a simple yet powerful tool for identifying the potential sources of problems.
Richard Kunst
Jan 21, 20231 min read
Let us Guide you on your PROCESS IMPROVEMENT journey
How can we help you? Please contact me directly and let’s discuss your unique needs and how Kunst Solutions can develop a custom solution.
Richard Kunst
Jan 15, 20234 min read
Attitude, Aptitude and Environment
Hello Guys,
Just to let you know… I’m quitting January 29th .
Richard Kunst
Jan 8, 20233 min read
BRANDING
you and most of your competitors’ products are capable of delivering the same outcomes at approximately the same cost ... what's your Brand?
Richard Kunst
Dec 18, 20223 min read
Your Forecast sucks ... and there goes your Lean Supply-Chain model.
With many organizations now struggling with inventory glut and overstocked warehouses, could the lean operating model be making a comeback?
Richard Kunst
Dec 4, 20223 min read
Absurd Micro Lean Kaizen Tricks
All processes and categories are not immune to Kaizen.
Richard Kunst
Nov 27, 20223 min read
Thoughts to improve Supplier Performance
Suppliers not only contribute to product innovation, they also help manufacturers achieve more effective production processes.
Richard Kunst
Nov 20, 20220 min read
THE OBSERVATION SHEET OR LEARNING BY LOOKING!
A strong attribute within a Great Leader is their ability to just stand and observe. Here is a simple assist.
Richard Kunst
Nov 7, 20223 min read
My Commute let's me plan my day but then KABOOM!
Proud of my plan I am already starting to celebrate my accomplishments but then I walk into the office and KABOOM
Richard Kunst
Nov 4, 20224 min read
LEAN is a Four (4) Letter word …
move from PDCA of process to CAPD … Check. Act, Plan, Do which allows you to act tactile and then plan strategic.
Richard Kunst
Oct 27, 20224 min read
Today's Economics should prompt you to adopt LEAN now (if you haven't)
Credit is tightening and no business system can keep pace with the changes in the market. Cash has always been King …
Richard Kunst
Oct 22, 20224 min read
INVENTORY Replenishment
Vehicles are easy to build while still being complex … and at the base it is all about how you manage component replenishment.
Richard Kunst
Sep 21, 20222 min read
Is your Team Stressed and Confused?
If you struggle with the anxiety that comes with trying to plan what is next for your business, you are not alone.
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