Lean and agile are two different fields, and yet there is a big overlap in their application and the people that use them. And while the lean startup
[VIDEO] Learning About the 5S Tool
The 5S tool is used to reduce waste and optimize productivity through maintaining an orderly workplace. The term refers to five steps Sort, Set in
How is Lean Different from Other Problem-Solving Methodologies?
The various industries and professional areas of the modern world have spawned a huge number of techniques for addressing problematic situations, some
[VIDEO] The Eight Types of Waste in Healthcare
Introducing lean thinking in an organization must be a whole-system strategy. Those at the very top of the organization must lead it. It requires
Lean Thinking – Advancing Efficiencies in Healthcare
For the past decade, healthcare has been the focus of a spirited campaign of debate in America. Both sides of the argument have focused on how best
How Can a Company Improve Its Bottom Line Using Lean Manufacturing Techniques?
It's hard to avoid hearing about lean practices nowadays, and their spread has caused a large number of people to not only start applying them to
What is the A3 Problem Solving Method?
The A3 problem solving method, like many other concepts related to Lean manufacturing, originated at Toyota and saw active use at the organization for
What are the Principles of Lean?
Lean principles are all around us nowadays, and it's hard to miss all the talk about it. Yet at the same time, people often find it hard to pinpoint
YouTube Video – The Significance of Lean Leadership
Lean leaders exist at many different ranks throughout an organization. They can be the hourly floor employee, a procurement specialist, a warehouse