Example of learning to use the A3 Practical Problem Solving Method. LEA has an ongoing partnership with a great charity called the Canal & River Trust. (Learn more about them by clicking on their...
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Example of learning to use the A3 Practical Problem Solving Method. LEA has an ongoing partnership with a great charity called the Canal & River Trust. (Learn more about them by clicking on their...
Read moreIntroduction In my recent blog post “What is a Lean Management System?” we discussed the need for two key management systems in a lean organisation: One for Performance and one for Improvement....
Read moreA well-defined management system is key to meet customer and organisational purpose. The management system is the organisation’s operating system. The way we approach management and improvement....
Read moreStandardised work is “the most effective combination of manpower, material and machinery.” It is based on three elements: Takt time – the rate at which we must complete...
Read moreIs remote working and lean compatible? Lean thinkers talk a lot about “going to the gemba.” “Gemba” (also spelt “genba”) is the Japanese term for “actual place.” It is often used as a...
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