Emily Kauten
Recent Posts
The ICU Had a High-Performing Team. That Wasn't Enough.
July 8, 2026When a nurse comes to Jackie with an idea, her response is always the same: "Did you put that in KaiNexus?"
That's it. No form to fill out....
When Strategy Lives in PowerPoint, Nothing Aligns
June 24, 2026Most organizations have a strategic plan. Most also have the experience of watching that plan fragment as it moves downstream. Priorities...
What "Respect for People" Actually Looks Like on a Tuesday Morning
April 23, 2026Every Lean practitioner can recite the two pillars: continuous improvement and respect for people. Ask them what continuous improvement...
Why You Can't Scale Operational Excellence Without a Centralized System
May 14, 2025Operational Excellence (OpEx) is not just a passing trend. It’s a strategic imperative rooted in the principles of efficiency, quality,...
How Continuous Improvement Influences Sustainability Efforts
April 18, 2023Environmental sustainability is a critical issue facing the world today. While there are many ways to address this issue, continuous...

