by Patrick Adams | Jun 20, 2025 | Lean Leadership
When people hear the term standard work, their first reaction is often skepticism—“Is this just another way to micromanage?” or “Won’t this kill creativity?” That perception isn’t entirely surprising. At first glance, standard work sounds like a rigid script or a...
by Patrick Adams | Jun 13, 2025 | Articles, Leadership Development, Lean Leadership, Problem Solving
When we talk about waste culture in the workplace, we’re not just talking about physical scrap or discarded materials. Waste in a business setting often goes unnoticed, hiding in plain sight and quietly draining resources, time, and morale. It’s not just a factory...
by Patrick Adams | May 9, 2025 | Articles, Business Transformation, Change Management, Lean Leadership
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...
by Patrick Adams | Apr 25, 2025 | Articles, Change Management, 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, Leadership Development, 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...
