by Patrick Adams | Jul 29, 2024 | Articles, Coaching & Mentorship, Culture & Engagement, Lean Leadership, Lean Thinking, Operational Excellence
While Lean thinking was popularized in manufacturing, particularly by Toyota, its principles have demonstrated broad applicability across various industries, including healthcare, education, government, and construction. Lean Principles Overview Lean thinking is...
by Patrick Adams | Jul 13, 2024 | Articles, Lean Leadership
Psychological safety, a term coined by Amy Edmondson, refers to an environment where individuals feel safe to take interpersonal risks, such as speaking up with ideas, questions, concerns, or mistakes. In the realm of process improvement, fostering psychological...
by Patrick Adams | Jul 9, 2024 | Articles, Lean Thinking, Learning
I am currently sitting at the airport in Frankfurt, Germany on my way back to Almaty, Kazakhstan to work with a commercial construction company who is very early on their lean journey. As you know, I am always on the look out for ‘Lean Solutions’ and felt...
by Patrick Adams | Jun 28, 2024 | Articles, Continuous Improvement, Culture & Engagement, Lean Leadership, Operational Excellence
In a continuous improvement culture, the concept of “gemba” (correct spelling in Japanese: genba)—the actual place where work is done—takes center stage. It’s where value is created, problems are identified, and solutions are implemented. Engaging...
by Patrick Adams | Jun 14, 2024 | Articles, Lean Thinking, Learning
Lean process improvement principles, originating from the manufacturing sector, have proven their versatility and efficacy across a broad spectrum of industries and historical contexts. Rooted in the core ideas of eliminating waste, maximizing value, and continuous...
by Patrick Adams | Jun 7, 2024 | Articles, Business Transformation, Change Management, Coaching & Mentorship, Culture & Engagement, Lean Leadership
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...
