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A Lean Marriage

Published in Articles by CDI London, September 9, 2008

A Lean Marriage by Annie Gregory
Published in Works Management June 2008 edition

There may be a tendency for people to use the terms "lean" and "Six Sigma" and even "lean Six Sigma" interchangeably. This useful article makes clear the differences between lean, reducing waste in the value stream, and Six Sigma, reducing variation in the process. As for the lean Six Sigma combination, the article draws on examples that demonstrate how the two approaches can form a very effective alliance. However, need for a lean culture as a foundation for any management tool is seen as essential to success: "...an overall culture of improvement that encourages a spirit of enquiry."

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The Innovation Imperative in manufacturing. How the United States Can Restore Its Edge.

An interesting article highlighting innovation as a critical factor for driving business growth and competitiveness.

Re-purpose Before You Re-structure

What is your organisation's purpose? A clear and compelling purpose is vital for business success.

Respect Science, Particularly in a Crisis

In his article "Respect Science, Particularly in a Crisis", James Womack of the Lean Enterprise Institute reflects on how the actions of a small group of line managers at Toyota during the 1950 financial crisis contributed to Toyota's survival and ultimate success.

A Lean Marriage

A Lean Marriage by Annie Gregory Published in Works Management June 2008 edition There may be a tendency for people to use the terms "lean" and "Six Sigma" and even "lean Six Sigma" interchangeably.

Competitive Dynamics International Newsletter

Mission Directed Work Teams is being successfully implemented in many countries around the world.

Why Work Teams Don't Work!

By Vilis Ozols, MBA, CSPForeword:The focus of the material is towards the reasons that work teams don't succeed in many organizations, what circumstances often preclude having successful teams in organizations and what organizations can do to deal with the issues that contribute to dysfunctional teams.

The Heart of Change' by John P Kotter (2002)

A follow up to Kotter's book 'Leading Change' published in 1996, in which he proposed an eight step model for organisational change.

Managing To Learn by John Shook

The Mission Directed Work Team programme engages the minds of all Mini Business Team Members.

Time To Think by Nancy Kline

“Today’s leader must prize the minds of people above all else” Nancy Kline  Nancy Kline has spent fifteen years developing the Thinking Environment, a model of human behaviour that dramatically improves the way people think, work and live.

Leaders in 'Best Practice' use Mission Directed Work Teams

OnSite Insights arranges visits and tours to organisations that demonstrate Best Practice.

The Power of Purpose, Process, and People

The Power of Purpose, Process, and People is a free webinar, featuring Jim Womack Founder and Chairman of the Lean Enterprise Institute.