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Richard Kunst
May 7, 20234 min read
Developing Accountability
How does a Leader come into a company as large as Ford - with its , multiple product lines, and international operations -stay aligned?
Richard Kunst
Apr 30, 20234 min read
5S Builds your Brand
5S+1 is typically the first tool adopted by organizations as part of their Lean journey, primarily because of the visual impact it creates
Richard Kunst
Apr 23, 20234 min read
The 13 Characteristics of Successful People
Success begins with a state of mind. You must believe you’ll be successful in order to become a success.
Richard Kunst
Apr 21, 20234 min read
Effective Succession Planning for Seamless Transitions
Let’s explore what a robust succession plan is, including identifying and developing internal talent.
Richard Kunst
Apr 16, 20234 min read
20 Habits of High Achievers
High achievers seem to always get so much done in so little time. How do they do it?
Richard Kunst
Apr 16, 20231 min read
KANBAN Tips
Migrating to using a kanban system?
Richard Kunst
Apr 9, 20235 min read
Getting Lean “Right”
10 points to consider before embarking on your LEAN transformation
Richard Kunst
Apr 7, 20234 min read
Lean Value Stream ... Have you truly defined your value stream?
Operations are the first to apply Lean because that is where “Waste” is typically the most visible.
Richard Kunst
Mar 12, 20234 min read
Clean & Lean Office
With diets all the rage, why not think about a diet for your office? A Lean Office is a healthier office,
Richard Kunst
Mar 5, 20233 min read
EVSM or Value Stream Mapping?
What is my problem with Value Steam Mapping (VSM)?
Richard Kunst
Mar 5, 20233 min read
Environmental Value Stream Mapping Tips
Leverage your Value Stream Mapping exercises to become more environmentally friendly.
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 26, 20235 min read
Are We Ready for Reindustrialization?
Decades of outsourcing have created shortages in a wide range of industries that make North America vulnerable to rogue countries like China
Richard Kunst
Feb 19, 20233 min read
You Don't need AMAZING PEOPLE
a Lean Environment is where ...
Amazing Robust Processes can be staffed with Mediocre People !!!
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, 20235 min read
COVID tested you with Maslow's Hierarchy
I think if we review Maslow's hierarchy of needs we can find our answer
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.
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