Lean Thoughts

Operations are the first to apply Lean because that is where “Waste” is typically the most visible.

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

the implementation of Lean is more about changing the culture and the way people think and act than the actual adoption of tools.

Leverage your Value Stream Mapping exercises to become more environmentally friendly.

I really need to blame my MOM for providing me with that LEAN DNA marker.

Decades of outsourcing have created shortages in a wide range of industries that make North America vulnerable to rogue countries like China

a Lean Environment is where ... Amazing Robust Processes can be staffed with Mediocre People !!!

something happens that gives an employee his or her first inkling that they may have made a mistake signing on with your organization.

Once again, 5S+1 is not about just about creating a clean and organized environment

QRQC is described as a quick and comprehensive problem-solving process

Is the game is truly leveraging your gift of time and your talent management members?

called a Fishbone chart or diagram. It is a simple yet powerful tool for identifying the potential sources of problems.

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

Hello Guys, Just to let you know… I’m quitting January 29th .

you and most of your competitors’ products are capable of delivering the same outcomes at approximately the same cost ... what's your Brand?

A Gallup survey of workers found a dead-even split between “splitters” and “blenders.”

All processes and categories are not immune to Kaizen.

A strong attribute within a Great Leader is their ability to just stand and observe. Here is a simple assist.

Proud of my plan I am already starting to celebrate my accomplishments but then I walk into the office and KABOOM

move from PDCA of process to CAPD … Check. Act, Plan, Do which allows you to act tactile and then plan strategic.