by Patrick Adams | Nov 3, 2024 | Articles, Culture & Engagement, Lean Leadership, Lean Thinking
I recently ventured deep into the Colorado backcountry on an elk hunting expedition. The experience challenged me, sharpened my instincts, and provided valuable insights that echo the lean principles I apply in my personal and professional work. The parallels between...
by Patrick Adams | Sep 13, 2024 | Articles, Culture & Engagement, Lean Leadership, Lean Thinking, Strategy & Innovation
Can we blend Lean and Agile strategies to drive operational excellence? A local manufacturing firm was struggling with long lead times and bottlenecks in its production process. After introducing Lean business principles throughout the organization, the firm also...
by Patrick Adams | Sep 3, 2024 | Articles, Lean Leadership, Lean Thinking
Non-profit organizations strive to make a significant impact with limited resources, often operating on tight budgets where every dollar counts. However, like any other organization, non-profits can face inefficiencies and waste in their operations that drain precious...
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 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 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...
