In any business operation, maintaining control over the processes is crucial for ensuring efficiency, quality, and consistency. Just like a meticulous classmate who takes notes on everything, process control plays a similar role by monitoring…
Continuous improvement is the secret sauce that drives success in any organization. It is the process of regularly analyzing processes, identifying areas for improvement, and adapting for better efficiency. By embracing a culture of constant…
As Chihiro Nakao aptly puts it, “Kaizen eyes see 1000 things needing improvement.” This powerful concept of continuous improvement has been embraced by Toyota and has proven to be a catalyst for success in both…
Root cause analysis (RCA) is a crucial process that involves a range of tools and techniques to investigate and understand the underlying reasons behind a particular event or problem. It goes beyond simply identifying what,…
As leaders and continuous improvement practitioners, one of the biggest challenges we face is shifting our focus from simply “doing” to truly “being.” It involves finding the delicate balance between achieving business outcomes and developing…
The concept of Jidoka, a core principle of Lean Manufacturing, emphasizes the importance of addressing the root cause of problems rather than relying on quick fixes. By investing time and effort into solving problems, organizations…
Prominent organizations and individuals have long engaged in reverse alchemy, where gold is TPS and The Toyota Way and lead is the fluffy training programs weakly derived from TPS and The Toyota Way. With fluff…
The preparatory phase of the 12-Step TPM Development Program, steps 1-5 is extremely important and generally takes between 3 to 6 months depending on the size of the company.
