Why is ‘x’ the unknown?

I have always believed that history was important. And if you are in the quality field or more specifically a Lean Six Sigma person it is hard to believe that “X” is not important to you. Why is ‘x’ the symbol for an unknown? In this short and funny talk, Terry Moore gives the surprising Read More …

Extending Lean Supply Chain Thinking

Lean Supply Chain and Logistics Management is a a practical guide that will assist you in leveraging your improvements to make both vendors and customers smile! Paul Myerson is my guest and the author of the aforementioned book. Paul explains many components of Lean but in a unique way that allows you to apply that Read More …

Developing a Learning A3 Transcription

Matt Wrye, a Lean Implementer that has a passion for continuous learning was my guest on the Business901 podcast,  Developing a Learning A3. This is a transcription of the podcast.   Below are several formats for your use. I recommend viewing one before reading the transcript or during the listening of the podcast. Learning A3 Read More …

Creating Lead Measures with Kanban

In the post about #LSSC12 Turning your Conference Learning into Action, it was used as a starting point for turning a conference experience into actionable items. The post assisted you in picking one or two objectives that you would like to implement within your organization. The objectives should make an improvement that will reflect in Read More …

Developing a Learning A3

Matt Wrye is a Lean Implementer that has a passion for continuous learning on all subjects related to business and lean. He is the author of the popular blog “Beyond Lean,” which centers on evolving leadership and changing business. Our discussion center on his development of a Learning A3. From his blog post Learning A3: Read More …

Turning Conference Learning into Action

I attended an outstanding conference (#LSSC12), The Lean Software & Systems Conference 2012 held in Boston, MA. In addition to the conference there was 2 days of tutorials, Lean Camp (Open Space), Interactive Cooking, Living Room, Lightning Talks, and Lean Coffee. It was an excellent agenda and well-hosted by the Lean-Kanban University.  Every attendee that Read More …