There is much confusion around Lean tools and the practice of a Gemba walk. Most commonly, leaders sometimes confuse a Gemba walk with the philosophy
Andon System: What Does It Tell You?
What does your Andon System tell you? Typically, it is a manufacturing process that says there is something wrong and your attention is wrong. The
Lean Leadership: 5 Secrets to Success
Creating an Environment of Success Lean leadership is a valuable but sometimes elusive quality in managers. Yes, managers and leaders can completely
Gemba Walks: Do You Walk the Walk?
Do you walk the walk or are you all talk? Understanding Gemba and the true purpose of Gemba Walks is crucial. Gemba is where the work is done or
Lean Software Development: Seeing the IT and Software Development Gemba
This article explains Kanban Software Development Gemba and why you should care. It's a guest post from Jason Yip. I'm pleased to present this
Lean Manufacturing Concepts: The Gemba
Publishers send me a lot of books, magazines, etc., and I'm thankful for all of it. Understandably, I can't and won't read everything I'm sent. From
Before Checking Email, Go To The Gemba
At work, before you do anything else, go see your customer (internal or external), go see your team or staff - see how they are doing, go see and
The Gemba Dojo
The Term "Gemba Dojo" is not used often. When I have heard it used, it demonstrates a powerful visual connection and practical application. Let me
Toyota A3 Report Example [video]
Go here to see a video explanation of the A3 and also to get a Toyota A3 Template Download for Free. This article is about the Lean A3 Problem Solving