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Six Sigma Belts Explained: Finding the Right Skillset for Your Team
When people first hear about Six Sigma, it can sound intimidating—especially when terms like Green Belt, Yellow Belt, and Black Belt start flying around. If you don’t have a background in Six Sigma, it might seem like a complicated certification club rather than a...
Lean Metrics and Data-Driven Decision Making: The Key to Smarter, More Efficient Operations
We all want to make better decisions—ones that drive efficiency, eliminate waste, and improve outcomes. But too often, decision-making in organizations is based on gut feelings, assumptions, or the loudest voice in the room rather than solid data. That’s where Lean...
Lean and Industry 4.0: The Future of Operational Excellence
The evolution of technology has changed the way we work, and nowhere is this more evident than in the rise of Industry 4.0. Smart factories, automation, AI-driven insights—these aren’t just buzzwords; they’re reshaping how businesses operate. But with all this digital...
Kaizen for Everyone: Making Continuous Improvement Accessible to All
As a lean practitioner, coach, and consultant, I’ve seen the incredible impact of kaizen—a concept at the heart of lean thinking. But I’ve also noticed that the way we talk about it can sometimes feel intimidating, especially for those outside traditional industries...
Back to Basics: Why Organizations Must Recommit to the Fundamentals
In today's world, the term "lean" is not a new concept. Many organizations proudly proclaim their decades-long commitment to lean principles. However, a closer examination often reveals a stark disconnect between this professed dedication and the actual implementation...
Embracing the Marathon: Overcoming Time Constraints in Lean Process Improvement
In today's ever-evolving business environment, time is a valuable resource often in short supply. Companies frequently grapple with the challenge of balancing immediate demands against the imperative for long-term growth and efficiency. As a Lean Process Improvement...
The Crucial Role of Standard Work in Building the Foundation for Continuous Improvement
“Where there is no standard there can be no Kaizen.” ~Taiichi Ohno, Father of the Toyota Production System. Spear and Bowen (1999) explain how the Toyota Production System created a community of scientists as the system enables establishing sets of hypotheses...
Navigating the Digital/Manual Nexus: A Holistic Approach to Enhancing Lean Operations
In the age of digital transformation, the synergy between cutting-edge technologies and traditional lean operations practices is reshaping how organizations approach efficiency and continuous improvement. Let's explore the profound impact of digital technologies on...
Servant Leadership: A Paradigm of Continuous Improvement for 21st-Century Organizations
The evolution of leadership approaches in recent decades has seen a noticeable shift away from the traditional "command-and-control" style in favor of a more empathetic and inclusive approach known as "servant leadership." This transformation is rooted in the belief...
3 Hacks Change Agents Use To Create Positive Team Transformation
So many leaders are stuck working "IN" the business and don't make time to work "ON" the business. This can be a BIG problem. There are many ways to support positive transformation, however, I am going to focus on the three that take your leadership team outside their...
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