16 Questions to Ask on Your Next Gemba Walk

Toyota Chairman Fujio Cho described the Gemba walk in six words:

"Go see, ask why, show respect."

"Why?" is essential, but it's not the...

Gemba Walks: What Leaders Get Wrong and How to Fix It

TL;DR: Gemba walks aren’t about walking around — they’re about learning how work actually happens, building trust with frontline teams,...

How To Create A Gemba Walk Checklist for Manufacturing and Simplify The Process

The term "Gemba" comes from Japanese and is widely used in various industries, particularly in lean manufacturing practices (or lean in...

How (and Why) to Implement Effective Gemba Walks

Most leaders who adopt the continuous improvement management style focus mainly on performance indicators that can be measured for good...

The Importance of Refueling at the Gemba

Continuous improvement work cannot exist in a vacuum. In order for the fire of change to burn hot and bright, it needs a fuel source. The...

How (and Why) to Walk the Gemba When Everyone’s Working from Home

As leaders, managers, and employees alike all grapple with the sudden disruption in routine work and life, go easy on yourself. It is going...

An 11 Step Gemba Walk Template for Executive Leaders

“We say seeing is believing, but actually, we are much better at believing than seeing. In fact, we are seeing what we believe all the...

What to Include on Your Gemba Walk Agenda

Gemba walks are a favorite Lean management technique, but they can be used by any leader to become more connected with the people and...

How to Actually Enjoy a More Productive Gemba Walk

Gemba walks are a valuable tool for anyone interested in continuous improvement and spreading a culture of improvement across the...