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KANBAN Tips
Migrating to using a kanban system?

Richard Kunst
Apr 16, 20231 min read


Getting Lean “Right”
10 points to consider before embarking on your LEAN transformation

Richard Kunst
Apr 9, 20235 min read


Lean Value Stream ... Have you truly defined your value stream?
Operations are the first to apply Lean because that is where “Waste” is typically the most visible.

Richard Kunst
Apr 7, 20234 min read


Clean & Lean Office
With diets all the rage, why not think about a diet for your office? A Lean Office is a healthier office,

Richard Kunst
Mar 12, 20234 min read


For your Team ... Create "Eyes for Flow" and "Eyes for Waste"
What is my problem with Value Steam Mapping (VSM)?

Richard Kunst
Mar 5, 20234 min read


Environmental Value Stream Mapping Tips
Leverage your Value Stream Mapping exercises to become more environmentally friendly.

Richard Kunst
Mar 5, 20233 min read


Blame my MOM please !!!
I really need to blame my MOM for providing me with that LEAN DNA marker.

Richard Kunst
Feb 26, 20234 min read


Are We Ready for Reindustrialization?
Decades of outsourcing have created shortages in a wide range of industries that make North America vulnerable to rogue countries like China

Richard Kunst
Feb 26, 20235 min read


You Don't need AMAZING PEOPLE
a Lean Environment is where ...
Amazing Robust Processes can be staffed with Mediocre People !!!

Richard Kunst
Feb 19, 20233 min read


Once again, 5S+1 is not about just about creating a clean and organized environment
Once again, 5S+1 is not about just about creating a clean and organized environment

Richard Kunst
Feb 12, 20235 min read


QUICK RESPONSE QUALITY CONTROL
QRQC is described as a quick and comprehensive problem-solving process

Richard Kunst
Feb 5, 20233 min read


Gemba Shuffle
Is the game is truly leveraging your gift of time and your talent management members?

Richard Kunst
Feb 5, 20235 min read


COVID tested you with Maslow's Hierarchy
I think if we review Maslow's hierarchy of needs we can find our answer

Richard Kunst
Jan 26, 20235 min read


ISHIKAWA Diagram ... some thoughts ...
called a Fishbone chart or diagram. It is a simple yet powerful tool for identifying the potential sources of problems.

Richard Kunst
Jan 26, 20233 min read


Top 10 Improvement Tools Named After A Lean Sensei
The first nine tools used properly will result in improved safety, quality, cost and delivery. This will also open up capacity.

Richard Kunst
Jan 22, 20235 min read


Let us Guide you on your PROCESS IMPROVEMENT journey
How can we help you? Please contact me directly and let’s discuss your unique needs and how Kunst Solutions can develop a custom solution.

Richard Kunst
Jan 21, 20231 min read


Attitude, Aptitude and Environment
Hello Guys,
Just to let you know… I’m quitting January 29th .

Richard Kunst
Jan 15, 20234 min read


BRANDING
you and most of your competitors’ products are capable of delivering the same outcomes at approximately the same cost ... what's your Brand?

Richard Kunst
Jan 8, 20233 min read


Your Forecast sucks ... and there goes your Lean Supply-Chain model.
With many organizations now struggling with inventory glut and overstocked warehouses, could the lean operating model be making a comeback?

Richard Kunst
Dec 18, 20223 min read


Absurd Micro Lean Kaizen Tricks
All processes and categories are not immune to Kaizen.

Richard Kunst
Dec 4, 20223 min read
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