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10 Reasons for Unnecessary Costs that Lead to Poor Value 0
- Lean Basics
- December 13, 2021
There is little doubt that engineers and designers are well aware of the need to minimize cost, and in most instances, they are anxious to receive and use better cost information. However, there are other reasons why unnecessary cost occurs in the products they are specifying. The most frequent reasons unnecessary cost is found in
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Lean Quote: Gratitude Always Leads to Generosity 0
- Lean Quote
- December 10, 2021
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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The Ultimate Guide to Lean Manufacturing 0
- Guest Post
- December 8, 2021
Originating on the assembly lines of Henry Ford’s factories, then later refined by those that built Toyota into a world leading car manufacturer, lean manufacturing is the method by which manufacturers aim to reduce waste yet maintain productivity in their factories. The goals of lean manufacturing are to reduce the time, effort, and costs of
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5 Tips For Creating a Culture of Experimentation 0
- Culture
- December 6, 2021
“Experimentation” has become a buzzword for managers and business owners. Everyone wants their employees to think outside the box, develop creative ideas and be innovative. However, few organizations actually take the steps necessary to make that happen. Since the beginning of times, experimentation has served as a critical tool for challenging the status quo business
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Lean Quote: Be the Leader, Adjust the Sails 0
- Lean Quote
- December 3, 2021
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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Leader VS Manager: Key Differences You Need To Know 0
- Guest Post, Leadership
- December 1, 2021
We are all leaders and managers in some way. These roles interchange even daily depending on the tasks people are on. But why do most people cope with these roles very differently? Some are excellent managers but their leadership qualities are too far from great. At the same time, there are inspiring and motivating leaders
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