Only for Manufacturing? You may have thought that Lean process improvement was only relevant to manufacturing staff? It has certainly been our pleasure to train and mentor this group who completed the 2017 Spring training programme last week. Read about the excellent results they have achieved. A Diverse Group Let me introduce this group and briefly […]
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Blame the Individual We regularly hear of quality incidents in our health service through the media. It would be nice to think that the ‘individual responsible’ will be offered any support to deliver his or her recommendations to improve this situation. However, the political response usually suggests that the problem lies with individuals. It doesn’t
Is Lean Thinking for Everyone? Updated 2023 Lean Thinking is a philosophy that emphasises the elimination of waste and the continuous improvement of processes to maximise value for customers. While it originated in the manufacturing industry, it has been applied to various sectors. These include healthcare, finance, and education. However, there is a common misconception
The Leader’s Role in Building a Lean Culture 2023 A Lean culture is a culture of continuous improvement. It involves encouraging every employee to identify and eliminate waste, improve processes, and enhance customer value. In fact, this culture requires leaders who are committed to the Principles of Lean and who can inspire and motivate their
Should I begin my Lean Programme with 5S in 2023? Starting a Lean journey can be overwhelming, especially if you are new to the concept. With so many tools and techniques available, it can be challenging to decide where to start. However, beginning with 5S is an excellent place to start your Lean journey. In
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