A Lean Transformation From a Struggling ED to Top Notch
July 27, 2016Here at KaiNexus, we have some pretty impressive customers and we work with very talented, passionate people every day. One such individual...
How Improvement Software Reinforces the Principles of Lean
July 26, 2016Although the Lean approach to business management was originally developed for, and deployed in the manufacturing sector, it has become...
When Work Is Stressful and Dangerous, Employee Health Suffers
July 25, 2016Between deadlines, working overtime, and pressures from superiors, work can be a high-stress environment. A little bit of stress can be a...
A Dirty Rug Reminds Me Why Employees Love Standard Work
July 22, 2016This summer I got a new outdoor rug for my patio. A couple of days ago, I noticed that my cleanup approach of sweeping wasn’t really...
Does Your Organization Have a Safety Net for DMAIC?
October 11, 2023The DMAIC improvement cycle is the cornerstone of many successful continuous improvement programs. It is a repeatable, reliable process...
The Lean LEGO Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Story
June 22, 2023LEGO bricks have been an iconic toy for decades. I grew up playing with them and I know that my children will grow up playing with them as...
Can You Do a Rapid Improvement Event Without Software?
July 21, 2016Of course you can do a rapid improvement event without any software support. You can also walk the 20 miles to work and send memos via...
The Case for Lean Leadership Technology
January 26, 2017In modern business, if something is important, it is almost always supported by technology. Sales and service teams use a CRM or ticket...
The Role of Continuous Improvement in Environmental Responsibility
July 21, 2016Reducing environmental waste and shrinking a company’s carbon footprint are not easy tasks. Nonetheless, environmental improvements are...