Mechanical Tools

Point Kaizen, and Process Improvements

Point Kaizen, and Process Improvements, Utilizes the Multitude of Tools that are Available to Improve a Single Process or Work Cell… Learn more about this Focal Point, along with the Primary Objective, as well as the Overall Benefit and Results: Oftentimes Focuses on Improvements to Efficiency, Which Creates a Cost Reduction Focuses on Building-in Process […]

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LEAN Business System Implementation

The five (5) Focal Points for implementing a LEAN Business System outlines a blueprint or Roadmap for your LEAN Program; whether you are implementing a new program, or if you are continuing your LEAN journey as you develop your existing program. Based upon where you are on your LEAN journey, and what problem(s) you encounter

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Quick Reference Guide, 1-Pager

Review our 1-Page, Quick Reference Guides explaining the Focal Points for Implementing a LEAN Business System. The Focal Points for Implementing a LEAN Business System Shop Floor Management System Point Kaizen, and Process Improvements Systems-Level Kaizen Management System | Structure Strategic Kaizen

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Reflection Questions, for Lessons Learned

Questions to think about and reflect upon, so you may develop your own Lessons Learned. Reflection Question, Instructions Think through these questions as it pertains to your own current situation, and write down your answers.  Also spend some time beyond a few minutes, and consider the implications and application across multiple scenarios.  Finally, discuss these

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Our Balanced Approach for Implementation

Most LEAN programs fail to sustain and achieve long-term results – sound familiar?  The simple answer has to do with little to no focus on implementing the complete LEAN Business System.  And in order to implement this, your program must have a balanced approach with three (3) core elements: 1) the Mechanical Tools; 2) the

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Learning to See Training Course*

Understanding what Muda is, or what is defined as “waste” in the Japanese language, and how to identify it within your operations is one of the most important skills for performing LEAN.  In fact, everything we do is built upon this simple practice, yet few LEAN Practitioners (beginners, as well as subject matter experts) conduct

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The Focal Points for Implementing a LEAN Business System

In order to establish a LEAN Business System, there are five (5) Focal Points that require a balanced approach.  However, most LEAN programs only start at the lower levels, with a pure focus on the Mechanical Tools. Come learn about all five (5) of the different Focal Points, and how they are integrated with one

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Our Balanced Approach for Implementation

Most LEAN programs fail to sustain and achieve long-term results – sound familiar?  The simple answer has to do with little to no focus on implementing the complete LEAN Business System.  And in order to implement this, your program must have a balanced approach with three (3) core elements: 1) the Mechanical Tools; 2) the

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