Lean in Practice Archives

What the World Cup Teaches Us About Overcoming Adversity 0
- In the News, Lean in Practice
- July 6, 2026
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup unfolds across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, fans are witnessing more than spectacular goals and dramatic finishes—they are witnessing resilience in its many forms. South Africa responded to an early setback by regrouping and earning the nation’s first trip to the World Cup knockout stage. Tournament newcomer Cape
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The Red Bead Experiment Still Matters — and Now It’s Online 0
- Exercises/Games, Lean in Practice
- June 10, 2026
One of the most memorable lessons in Lean and continuous improvement doesn’t come from a spreadsheet, a KPI dashboard, or a PowerPoint presentation. It comes from a bucket of beads. Dr. W. Edwards Deming’s famous “Red Bead Experiment” has been teaching leaders about systems thinking, variation, and management mistakes for decades. Today, thanks to Mark
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What the FIFA World Cup Can Teach Us About Lean Thinking 0
- In the News, Lean in Practice
- June 8, 2026
The world’s attention will turn to North America in 2026 as the FIFA World Cup comes to the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The largest World Cup in history will feature 48 teams, 16 host cities, and more than 100 matches spread across the continent. While billions of fans will focus on goals, stars, and
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Lean Accounting: Aligning Finance with Continuous Improvement 1
- Lean in Practice, Lean Management
- March 9, 2026
For many organizations on a lean journey, the biggest friction doesn’t come from the shop floor—it comes from the financial reports. Teams are improving flow, reducing lead time, and eliminating waste, yet the numbers still tell a very different story. This disconnect is exactly why lean accounting exists. Lean accounting is not about breaking
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The Power of Discovery: Lessons from Columbus Day 0
- Leadership, Lean in Practice
- October 13, 2025
On the second Monday of every October, the United States observes Columbus Day — a holiday rooted in the voyages of Christopher Columbus, who in 1492 set out across an uncharted ocean and sighted land after two grueling months at sea. While his journey is remembered in classrooms as the one that “sailed the ocean
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Celebrating National Manufacturing Week: Advancing Lean and Inspiring Future Makers 0
- In the News, Lean in Practice
- October 6, 2025
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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