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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.

Top 10 Improvement Tools Named After A Lean Sensei

Richard Kunst

Jan 22, 20235 min read

Top 10 Improvement Tools Named After A Lean Sensei

The first nine tools used properly will result in improved safety, quality, cost and delivery. This will also open up capacity.

Let us Guide you on your PROCESS IMPROVEMENT journey

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?

Your Forecast sucks ... and there goes your Lean Supply-Chain model.

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.

Thoughts to improve Supplier Performance

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.

Operational Sustainable Practices 15 simple questions to answer

Richard Kunst

Nov 27, 20222 min read

Operational Sustainable Practices 15 simple questions to answer

15 simple questions about the sustainable practices of your company.

THE OBSERVATION SHEET OR LEARNING BY LOOKING!

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.

My Commute let's me plan my day but then KABOOM!

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

Nov 4, 20222 min read

Managing Headcount in Ugly Times

Labor is not the issue, it is most likely your process or processes that are impacting your organization.

Richard Kunst

Oct 27, 20221 min read

Customer Service … rules of the game

Call someone back. It could pleasantly shock a customer.

Today's Economics should prompt you to adopt LEAN now (if you haven't)

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.

Richard Kunst

Sep 21, 20222 min read

Can't sleep? Too much in your mind?

"There’s a Link Between Effective Leadership and Getting Enough Sleep. In our hyper-connected, 24/7 world, many of us are losing sleep.

Richard Kunst

Sep 21, 20222 min read

What is your Priority?

one of your most critical responsibilities as a leader is to determine what the top priorities are for both the company and yourself.

Richard Kunst

Sep 18, 20221 min read

Let's plan your "Strategic Journey"

A successful Strategic Plan not only allows you to outline the direction that you want your business to take

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