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Daily Lean Tips Edition #73 (1096-1110)0
- Lean Tips
- January 21, 2015
For my Facebook fans you already know about this great feature. But for those of you that are not connected to A Lean Journey on Facebook or Twitter I post daily a feature I call Lean Tips. It is meant to be advice, things I learned from experience, and some knowledge tidbits about Lean to
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Guest Post: Lean Out Your Equipment 0
- Guest Post
- January 20, 2015
Lean manufacturing often focuses on the processes and employees. True lean manufacturing takes the entire facility into consideration. You cannot achieve your goal without looking at the equipment you are using. Here are some tips for optimizing your plant and leaning out your store of equipment. Single Minute Exchange of Die (SMED) The principle behind
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Lean Quote: Leader Patience 0
- Lean Quote
- January 16, 2015
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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Guest Post: Happy Habits 0
- Guest Post
- January 14, 2015
Most people believe that happiness arises from suitable conditions, and that to be happy requires one to find, for example: a good job, a nice house, a new car, etc. However, it is actually more effective to rely on intrinsic ways of finding happiness, rather than through these extrinsic, object-oriented ones. Being happy is actually
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Benefits of Kanban Cardboard Systems in the Workplace 0
- Guest Post
- January 12, 2015
Modern manufacturing environments rely on efficient systems to reduce waste, improve productivity, and streamline workflows. Approaches such as Just in Time (JIT), Continuous Improvement (CI), and Six Sigma are widely used to enhance production efficiency and control inventory levels. One practical and highly effective method used alongside these systems is the Kanban Board System in
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Lean Quote: Lean Isn’t for Dummies 0
- Lean Quote
- January 9, 2015
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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Be a Leader, Not Just a Boss 0
- Leadership
- January 7, 2015
Understanding the Difference Between a Leader and a Boss is essential for anyone responsible for guiding a team. While a boss may hold authority, a true leader earns influence. The impact of leadership style shapes workplace culture, employee engagement, and long-term organizational success. The Difference Between a Leader and a Boss The distinction may appear
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Ten Tips for Starting the New Year “Lean”0
- Lean Management
- January 5, 2015
It’s that time of year again when many are making personal resolutions for change. For most managers the beginning of New Year means establishing a new set of objectives. This is a good time to reflect on your progress over the past year and plan how you want improve in the coming year. Today’s leaders
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Celebrating National Manufacturing Week: Advancing Lean and Inspiring Future Makers 0
- In the News, Lean in Practice
- December 29, 2014
Each year, National Manufacturing Week provides an important opportunity to celebrate the contributions of manufacturers, highlight the value of modern manufacturing careers, and inspire the next generation of makers. As we recognize the essential role manufacturing plays in our economy and communities, it’s also a time to reflect on how lean principles help drive continuous
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