One of the few Reality TV programs I enjoy watching is Undercover Boss on CBS. This program exemplifies all the reasons why it is so important for executive leadership and senior management to keep in touch with the front lines of the company. As a lean practitioner I consider the culture of the company to be the defining difference […]
Reality Undercover
Achieve Sustainability Through Integration
It’s no secret that lean is much more than a set of tools and best practices designed to eliminate waste and reduce variance in our operations. I contend that lean is defined by a culture that embraces the principles on which lean is founded. An engaged lean culture is evidenced by the continuing development and integration of improved systems, methods, […]