Push and pull models of manufacturing are two major approaches implemented by organizations. The decision on which approach to use is often based on
Pull Production Makes Only What the Customer Demands
In Lean production, it is commonly understood to use pull production instead of push production, which is implemented with a Kanban system. But what
[VIDEO] Lean Agile Sprints for Marketing
In taking a cue from manufacturing, marketing departments are embracing the principles of lean agile practices. Research shows that over the past five
Marketing Professionals Adopt Lean Agile Techniques
Marketing professionals are starting to take their cues from the manufacturing industry and adopt lean agile principles to improve performance and
Controlling WIP in the Automotive Industry
In the current economic climate, many manufacturers are coming under continuous pressure to cut down on their costs from both the market and
How Kanban Systems Can Help in Lean Manufacturing
If you have any experience of Lean manufacturing, then it is likely that you may have heard about the term Kanban. Kanban represents a highly visual
TPS and the Two Pillars of Lean
When first learning about TPS and lean, most become focused on the tools. They tend to be flashy and lend to endless discussion about technique and
[VIDEO] The True Focus of Lean and TPS
The true concept of lean and TPS has two main pillars. These two pillars are respect for people and continuous improvement. Many organizations who try
Flow and its Application in Lean Manufacturing
Flow, as used within a Lean manufacturing scenario, offers a radical departure from traditional methods of process improvement. However, it needs to