The Crucial Role of ‘Training Within Industry’ in Today’s Dynamic Job Market

by Patrick Adams | Oct 20, 2023 | Articles, Learning, Operational Excellence

In today’s rapidly evolving job market, where technological advancements and changing economic landscapes constantly reshape industries and job roles, the need for effective training programs has never been more critical. One such program, “Training Within...

Toyota’s SMED Activities: Streamlining Processes Beyond Manufacturing

by Patrick Adams | Oct 13, 2023 | Articles, Learning

The Single-Minute Exchange of Die (SMED) methodology, initially developed by Toyota for minimizing setup times in manufacturing, has become a valuable tool across various industries. SMED focuses on reducing downtime, increasing efficiency, and enhancing overall...

Virtual Events Are [Not?] The Future.

by Patrick Adams | Sep 27, 2023 | Articles, Problem Solving

The 2020 global outbreak of COVID-19 coupled with modern technology have become the driving force behind the dramatic growth of virtual events. Countless events have altered their event experience from in-person to virtual and have now added immersive virtual...

Can You See How Your Team is Responding to Problems Easily?

by Patrick Adams | Sep 22, 2023 | Articles, Problem Solving

My friend Craig was telling me about a typical family birthday party he attended on a Saturday afternoon. He said they watched an enthusiastic 5-year-old open her gifts in record time. Then, they reminisced amongst themselves while watching the March basketball game...

Do You Use Simple Measurements & Are They Easy to Interpret?

by Patrick Adams | Sep 15, 2023 | Articles, Operational Excellence

‘Keeping it simple’ and ‘visual management’ go hand in hand. Visual management uses intuitive visual signals to make concise, accurate, and pertinent information available to us without delay. Often at all times when we need it most. This...

Do Your Visuals Translate to Everyone?

by Patrick Adams | Sep 8, 2023 | Articles

How do we get information to people quickly and efficiently especially in emergency situations? This is a question that has been answered brilliantly throughout the years. When seconds count we need to allow people to react immediately without even giving it a...