Lean is a popular method for reducing waste and increasing efficiency in organisations. It has been used extensively in manufacturing settings but can be applied to any type of business. Image Credit ...

It has become increasingly important to show rapid results along the lean journey. While this is critical to maintain support of senior management, it also is important to establish a process by which ...

"If you’re stuck on where to improve, consider the acronym TIMWOOD, which is used to help remember the seven classic wastes of lean (transportation, inventory, motion, waiting, overprocessing, ...

As great as advances in surgical instrumentation are, the complexity of these devices can add to surgical risk and increase burden on operating room supply chain, according to a study published in ...

From registration forms to nurses’ notes to bills, hospitals have a significant amount of data they can use to improve processes. Tracking data can be particularly useful when using Lean manufacturing ...

It is imperative to predict or at least know the quantified financial benefit of the Lean Journey. Often, firms can show improvement in terms of cycle times and setup times, but the expression and ...

Lean principles have proved incredibly effective for future-proofing organizations from wasting resources. Though the philosophy originated in manufacturing, its adaptability has made it essential for ...

Lean is not a fad diet but is a way that manufacturing companies have used to become more competitive and successful. Construction companies are just beginning to apply it. Some contractors mistakenly ...