6 Essential Continuous Improvement Metrics That Matter
October 25, 2023Maybe Albert Einstein was talking about continuous improvement when he said, “Not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything...
What Are the Most Popular Lean Six Sigma Tools for Process Improvement?
October 17, 2023Process improvement is the driving force behind organizational evolution, unlocking greater efficiency, quality, and innovation. It's the...
Understanding Lean Agile Principles
October 16, 2023Lean Agile, often called Lean-Agile or Agile at Scale, combines Lean principles and Agile software development methodologies for larger,...
What Does Continuous Improvement With Lean Systems Mean in Manufacturing?
October 12, 2023Continuous improvement, often called Kaizen, is a fundamental concept in manufacturing that emphasizes the ongoing, incremental enhancement...
Catchball: The Lean Approach to Streamlining Collaboration and Feedback
October 12, 2023Most of us have memories of playing the game of catch either as children or with our children. I really shouldn’t call it a “game” because...
Set SMART Goals for Quality Improvement to See Real Results
October 10, 2023We all identify goals to improve ourselves in some way. Whether our goal is to eat better, exercise more, spend more time with our family,...
23 Inspirational Business Process Improvement Quotes
October 6, 2023Let’s be honest, it can be difficult to get people excited about the subject of business process improvement. The phrase itself has no...
Unlocking Success with the DMAIC Model: Your Essential Guide
October 24, 2023DMAIC is a structured, customer-focused, data-driven approach to problem-solving. The acronym stands for:
1- Define
2- Measure
3- Analyze
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The 5 M’s of Kaizen for Effective Management
March 12, 2024We often describe Kaizen as a way of looking at the world rather than a prescription for how to achieve positive change. Kaizen thinkers...