Tim McMahon, Author at aleanjourney

Lean Quote: Don’t Water Your Weeds 0
- Lean Quote
- April 14, 2023
On Fridays I will post a Lean related Quote. Throughout our lifetimes many people touch our lives and leave us with words of wisdom. These can both be a source of new learning and also a point to pause and reflect upon lessons we have learned. Within Lean active learning is an important aspect on
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6 Proven Strategies to Reduce Production Costs 0
- Lean in Practice
- April 12, 2023
For any business, waste directly impacts profitability. Waste can appear in many forms—excess time, inefficient labor, unnecessary inventory, or poorly designed processes. Simply put, waste is any effort or expense that does not convert raw materials into a finished product. By focusing on production cost optimization and eliminating non-value-adding activities, businesses can strengthen margins while
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5 Effective Manager Engagement Strategies to Improve Performance 0
- Engagement
- April 10, 2023
There are numerous studies on the relationship between managers and employees regarding engagement. It is quite notable that most Google searches focus on employee engagement or on what a manager can do to increase employee engagement. But what about the managers themselves? How do organizations engage managers, and what happens when they are disengaged? According
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Lean Quote: Who You Work With Matters To Work Experience 0
- Lean Quote
- April 7, 2023
On Fridays I will post a Lean related Quote. Throughout our lifetimes many people touch our lives and leave us with words of wisdom. These can both be a source of new learning and also a point to pause and reflect upon lessons we have learned. Within Lean active learning is an important aspect on
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