How (and Why) to Implement Effective Gemba Walks
November 29, 2022Most leaders who adopt the continuous improvement management style focus mainly on performance indicators that can be measured for good...
Business Process Improvement Examples: 34 Actionable Ideas
November 2, 2022When leaders consider implementing a structured business process improvement methodology, one of the challenges they often face is...
What is Lean Project Management? Principles & Benefits
September 29, 2022Lean project management is the application of Lean manufacturing principles to the discipline of project management. While most of the...
DMAIC Tools Offer a Solid Structure for Problem Solving
August 25, 2022DMAIC (Deh-May-Ick) tools are some of the most critical options in the continuous improvement toolbox. They are most closely associated...
Continuous Improvement Project Management Fundamentals
August 16, 2022Organizations that wish to achieve operational excellence through continuous improvement execute many discrete projects to achieve this...
Continuous Improvement vs. Lean Six Sigma
August 4, 2022We are in a fortunate position to have the opportunity to chat with business leaders across the spectrum about the challenges and...
Continuous Improvement Methodologies - A Brief Overview
August 3, 2022While multiple continuous improvement methodologies are used worldwide, they all have one thing in common. They each rely on a scientific...
How to Effectively Define Your Six Sigma Project Scope
July 5, 2022Lean Six Sigma is a business optimization methodology that combines two popular continuous improvement methods, Lean and Six Sigma. These...
Proven Lean Strategies for Optimal Business Performance
June 21, 2022Most modern business management methodologies have roots in Toyota's approach to quality improvement and business optimization following...