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Emily Kauten

Recent Posts

The ICU Had a High-Performing Team. That Wasn't Enough.

July 8, 2026

When 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, 2026

Most 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, 2026

Every 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, 2025

Operational 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, 2023

Environmental sustainability is a critical issue facing the world today. While there are many ways to address this issue, continuous...

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