Where an MBA is (also) needed
Fun time, seriously. “You don’t understand, I have an MBA.”, but this is the tone of the lady that makes
Kaizen
Kaizen is a Japanese term that translates to “continuous improvement,” emphasizing incremental enhancements in processes, products, and services. In the context of product design and production, it involves engaging all employees in identifying inefficiencies and implementing small, manageable changes that collectively lead to significant advancements. This philosophy fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, ultimately enhancing quality, reducing waste, and increasing overall productivity.
The Human Side of Lean and Kaizen: Why Tools Are the Easy Part
Visual boards, A3 reports and daily meetings spread easily between companies. The behaviors that make them work do not. A
Video Meeting … on a Roller Coaster
Footage maybe done only for the video, maybe true, fun anyway. Next time somebody advocates for more home office, look
Best 18 Video Games for the Manufacturing Simulation
Manufacturing begins in the chaos of the job shop, where the primary constraint is human error and the lack of
The 5S Methodology: A Guide to Lean Manufacturing Workplaces
Did you know the 5S methodology boosts productivity by 30% in manufacturing? This gain is from turning messy areas into
7+1 Wastes of Lean: A Guide to Eliminating Inefficiency
Did you know that a company’s inventory waste might lock away 30-40% of its cash? This is just one issue
Toyota Production System (TPS): A Manufacturing Guide
Did you know that a Toyota car has over 30,000 parts? The Toyota Production System (TPS) makes sure each one
The Japanese Lean History: Origins and Development
Did you know that in 1950, Toyota was making only 2,500 cars a year? Meanwhile, Ford was producing nearly 8,000
The 5 Japanese Lean Terms You Must Know in Manufacturing and Quality
For Manufacturing: the Japanese Lean terms are must-know vocabulary in manufacturing or quality as these have no direct equivalent and
The 14 Lean Principles of The Toyota Way
To resume many of the lean principles of a company or attitude, one book is key. From the must-read book