Negative Impact of a 5S First Approach?
3 min read The common start to a lean transformation for most companies begins with the implementation of 5S. The Japanese methodology to minimize errors…
Month: July 2013
Eliminating Waste in your Personal Work
2 min read Most people hear all about how to eliminate waste at work, and why it is so important. While this is certainly true,…
5S and the Visual Workplace
2 min read 5S has become one of the most precise processes for any organization that has adopted a lean methodology. It has been considered…
5S or 6S
3 min read 5S or 6S? The ongoing discussion over 6S (safety added) and 5S lights up comment boxes across the blogosphere. It seems to…
Lean Implementation and Respect for People
2 min read Whether attempting to implement lean strategies for the first time in a company or simply making improvements to an already lean culture,…
Influencing Change — Building Culture
3 min read Anthropology to the rescue Influencing change, building culture, these are the challenges that keep management up at night. However, with the right…
Lean Culture, Defining and Understanding
3 min read Leaders make a difference Your lean culture can be influenced by a variety of contributing factors that include; the professional and educational…
5 Value Added Tips for a Lean Warehouse
2 min read Whether you are running an existing warehouse or you’re looking to open a new one, it is always a good time to…