An intrinsic part of lean thinking and practice is the scientific method – Plan, Do, Check, Act. At this time of year, our attention turns to “C” – the “Check” stage in PDCA. Reflection...
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The Lean Transformation Framework
In January 2014, John Shook shared the Lean Transformation Framework. This is the framework we have been developing to guide transformations with our partner companies, large and small, across a wide...
Read moreThe Best Lean Books
What are the best lean books to read? We stock over 70 titles in our store and they all have one thing in common. That is, that we found them useful and thought they added value for an organisation...
Read moreSeven or Eight Wastes in Lean Thinking?
Folk new to lean thinking often begin with the elimination of waste. They learn the seven wastes or (these days) eight wastes in Lean Thinking. When the subject of waste elimination comes up on...
Read moreExample of learning to use the A3 Practical Problem Solving Method
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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