Lean Basics

5 Myths of Standard Work 0
- Lean Basics
- July 24, 2019
Standardizing the work adds discipline to the culture, an element that is frequently neglected but essential for Lean to take root. Standardized work is also a learning tool that supports audits, promotes problem solving, and involves team members in developing poka-yokes. While standard work can be an effective foundation for continuous improvement it is important
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Watch The Baton Not the Runners 0
- Lean Basics, Lean Management
- May 13, 2019
Lean as a way of thinking and acting in business operations has been around for over 40 years. At its very core, the goal of lean is to maximize customer value while minimizing waste. For me Lean is a thinking methodology for running your business. The of goal of which is to grow the business
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10 Tips to a Better Value Stream Map 0
- Lean Basics, Lean in Practice
- March 18, 2019
Business is growing more competitive every day. In order to keep up with customer demand and expectations, companies are having to work faster and be more efficient than ever before. A VSM activity can help to identify and better coordinate operational teams and process segments that are integral to the overall process. To understand value
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4 Ways to Improve Your Idea System 0
- Lean Basics, Sharing Best Practices
- March 6, 2019
An effective employee suggestion system is one of the simplest ways to unlock continuous improvement ideas at work. Yet many organizations struggle because their systems are poorly designed, hard to use, or fail to follow through on employee input. When implemented correctly, employee ideas drive measurable results—improving processes, increasing engagement, and strengthening a culture of
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Have You Seen Tim Woods Today?0
- Lean Basics, Lean Definition
- September 26, 2018
Employees want to do their best, sometimes the system or process does not position them to be successful. At times, it can be difficult for employees to see the forest for the trees. Sometimes they cannot see past the mounds of work at hand. This is why Lean Thinking shifts the viewpoint from a worker-centric
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Educating New Hires to Your Lean Culture 0
- Lean Basics, Lean Management
- January 29, 2018
Every organization that has implemented Lean is faced with the issue of how to train new employees so they fully understand the organizational culture and its approach to continuous improvement. Passing along your organizational culture to new employees is as important as any aspect of their training. An effective employee not only understands your organizational
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