We’ve all heard about companies implementing lean in terms of projects or lean programs. To me, this is the first sign of why lean fail.
We’ve all heard about companies implementing lean in terms of projects or lean programs. To me, this is the first sign of why lean fail.
Organizational changes are extremely complex, challenging and time consuming. Performing a lean transformation is fully depending on your executives’ support, and even then, you will face many obstacles and you may fail along the way.
What is Toyota Kata? Kata Definition Kata is yet another Japanese history. It translates to “mold” (型) or “shape” (形) and is used as a training method in martial arts where they practice and perfect routines and movements. The idea […]
Leader Standard Work is also called standard work for leaders. Leaders in Lean need to become incubators for problem solving.
A3 Problem Solving is unknown to many, even experienced lean practitioners. We give you the understanding and the tools.
Increase value using existing data Your company holds a lot of data that would create even more value if you could access and utilize it. All companies have IT systems containing useful data. This is typically in ERP systems, MES, […]
Shop floor management with digital boards Shop floor management starts at the bottom Shop floor management is probably one of the most challenging things to do. In the split between the real operations, and the organization’s expectations, goals and supporting […]
An introduction to DMAIC DMAIC is an acronym for Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control and is one of the tools of the Six Sigma philosophy. DMAIC is used as a structured method to improve business processes. As with the Six […]
Choose the right KPIs KPI management is a common management method, but many companies fail to choose relevant metrics. We tell you how to choose the right KPIs. Strategy alignment Key performance indicators shall indicate your business performance. Therefore, it […]
Better decision making with a business model canvas We give you the reason to start using a business model canvas in your decision processes. With a structured document, it helps you focus on the key elements of the decision, reduce […]
