History of the Toyota Production System
Since the start of the industrial revolution there has been constant improvement and innovation in how things are done. This...
Continuous Improvement
Key Concepts of Lean Manufacturing
Companies that are thinking about implementing a lean manufacturing strategy will need to spend some time learning about what this...
What is Lean Manufacturing?
Lean manufacturing encompasses a broad array of industrial philosophies, concepts, and strategies. It can be intimidating to first-time learners. As a...
4 Steps to Realizing Gemba Success
Gemba walks are an extremely valuable tool for managers. When successfully utilized, these walkscan help leaders understand the processes in...
What is Kaizen?
Kaizen is a Japanese term that literally means improvement - improvement in your personal life and your working life. When...
What is Gemba & How it Can Benefit Your Facility
The word gemba is a Japanese term that is used as part of many industries manufacturing strategies. The term means ‘The Real...
The Benefits of Lean Manufacturing
As a management philosophy, lean manufacturing is all about continuous elimination and reduction of waste in the production and business...
How to Select a Good Six Sigma Project
In any organization, there will always be problems and issues. It’s a part of the overall process of doing work,...
The Visual Workplace
The need for continuing improvement in the workplace grew over the years with new methods and systems introduced by organizational...
Lean Six Sigma Professionals and Their Future
The Future of Lean Six Sigma Professionals Lean Six Sigma is the combined art and science of eliminating waste and...
