by Patrick Adams | May 2, 2025 | Articles, Culture & Engagement, Operational Excellence
“Continuous Improvement” is one of those phrases that gets thrown around in meetings, splashed across strategy slides, and tossed into mission statements. It sounds great—who wouldn’t want to continuously get better? But here’s the hard truth: real...
by Patrick Adams | Apr 25, 2025 | Articles, Culture & Engagement, Lean Leadership
When we talk about “waste” in a Lean context, most people think about excess inventory, waiting time, or overproduction—things you can see, measure, and fix. But some of the most damaging forms of waste don’t show up on a spreadsheet. They live in your...
by Patrick Adams | Apr 12, 2025 | Articles, Lean Leadership
It started with a gut feeling. I was reviewing candidates for a role as a project manager when I came across a résumé that looked… too perfect. Certifications? Impressive. Project scope? Massive. Metrics? Spot on. But something didn’t sit right. So I picked up the...
by Patrick Adams | Apr 4, 2025 | Articles, Lean Leadership
In many organizations, there’s a gap between leadership and the front lines. Decisions are made in boardrooms, strategies are discussed in executive meetings, and reports summarize what’s happening on the factory floor or in day-to-day operations. But here’s the...
by Patrick Adams | Mar 29, 2025 | Articles, Learning, Operational Excellence
Companies today can’t afford to waste time, effort, or resources on product development that doesn’t deliver value. That’s where Lean and Agile come into play. If you’ve never heard of these concepts before, think of them as the ultimate combination for building...
by Patrick Adams | Mar 21, 2025 | Articles, Operational Excellence
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...
