A
selection of highlighted blog posts from Lean bloggers from the month of August
2024. You can also view the previous monthly Lean Roundups here.
Toyota’s Self-Criticism
– Bob Emiliani explains that companies have difficulty replicating TPS because
most leaders at all levels have the preconception “whatever is, is right,”
which makes them resistant to both external criticism and self-criticism.
From
Commands to Collaboration: Lessons in Respectful and Effective Workplace
Signage – Mark Graban takes a moment to examine two different approaches to
communicating showing why clear and respectful communication is crucial Lean management.
What
Makes a Great Sensei? – Pascal Dennis illuminates’ elements of the sensei
mindset, at least in so far as he’s observed and understood.
Understanding
the Pillars of Operational Excellence - Elise Miller explores the key
pillars that form the basis of an effective operational excellence strategy.
How
to Shift from Resource Focus to Customer Focus - Alen Ganic discusses the
dangers of prioritizing resource efficiency over customer satisfaction.
Are
You Keeping The Line Wet? – John Knotts talks about the phrase “keeping the
line wet” means in a manufacturing context.
We’ve
Stopped Punishing People for Mistakes. Now What? – Mark Graban explains the
next step now that you've stopped punishing people for mistakes is to ensure
that you're not just being nice, but truly kind.
Obeya
Management: 10 Practical Tips to Create a Command Center for Success - James
Morgan offers ten tips for getting obeya management right based on his
experience with hundreds of projects across various industries.
Lean Consultants Adrift
– Bob Emiliani says Lean consultants suffer from groupthink and would be wise
to reflect on a series of questions to change this.
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