Lean Thoughts

To solve a problem : there is a tendency to react by adding inventory.  Our job is to convince them to solve the problem.

Use this sheet to observe and document Lean Practices in use and potential opportunities.

Outline Ohno‟s 8 conditions for flow manufacturing;

I appreciate your concern as a KPI it should also be acting as a contingent trigger for action.

Customers expect variety, reasonable price, high quality, comprehensive service and responsive delivery.

there are in effect two ways to run a company: Founder Mode and Manager Mode

Here are the six key Lean strategies that can transform your operations:

Self-service kiosks have loomed as job killers since they were first rolled out 25 years ago.

Why don't fighter pilots learn to fly without checklists?

If the process can run at rate right from the start of shift we will know the following; The process was left “wet”

“Tick...tick...tick” the team calculates 30% of the warehouse has been storing material not moved in 3 years.

The number of SKU”s is both a blessing and a curse so as an organization. Real cost reductions can only be achieved through SKU Management.

“Low visibility” for many leaders and disorientation can easily occur as you find yourself constantly adapting to changing conditions.

 For those not yet committed to a visual factory – stupid floors you just walk on, but smart floors are filled with information.

No clear understanding of all intra-relationships

Behavioral design is not about using psychology to manipulate people. It’s about using psychology to help people achieve their goals.

There is a statistically significant relationship between the elements of innovation and competitive advantage in businesses.

Problems, Problems, Problems, we all have them. Morning Market help you organize them for successful resolution.

This article is designed to guide you through the nuances of the QTC process, offering a clear path to improved operational efficiency.

Relationships and Trust are huge factors to both success and survival.