A
selection of highlighted blog posts from Lean bloggers from the month of May
2024. You can also view the previous monthly Lean Roundups here. Lean as Alternative
Medicine – Bob Emiliani shares his thoughts on what he
believes Taiichi Ohno might think of what Lean has become today and what he
might say to do about it. The Power and Risk of
Rituals – Kevin Meyer returns to blogging and
discusses the power and impact of rituals both positive and negative. Aligning 5S and DMAIC
for Process Improvement – John Knotts talks
about the correlation between 5S and DMAIC and how leveraging these steps can
provide a robust framework for achieving tangible and sustainable improvements. Success is the Enemy of
Future Success – Pascal Dennis explains the real purpose of
strategy deployment is create discomfort and reflection thereby future success. Digital Transformation
Outcomes: Why Do Companies Need It to Improve ROI
– Danielle Yoon delve into the intricacies of digital transformation outcomes,
focusing how businesses can effectively measure and maximize the returns on
their digital investments, unraveling the strategies and best practices that
pave the way for success. The Productivity Trap
– Christopher Chapman discussed the complications of measuring productivity in
software development. Understanding Lean
Transformation – Matt Savas shares some details about the
Lean Transformation Framework and it’s ability to address any troubling issue
by answering its five questions. Front-Loading Cost
Analysis: A Key Practice in Lean Product Development
– Lara Harrington say you can reduce development costs, minimize surprises, and
deliver the products customers love with a front-loading approach. Do We Need Another
Share in the See, Solve, Share Model of Continuous Improvement?
– Mark Graban explains why the model should be “See, Share, Solve, Share” for
psychological safety to speaking up about problems. How Old Is Your
Thinking? – Bob Emiliani explains that by practicing
kaizen every day, and your thinking will be fresh and without limitations, and
always alert to outdated traditions.
Lean Roundup #179 – May 2024
