Category: Lean management
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SIPOC and Visual Management: The Lean alternative for SMEs
SIPOC : Your SME’s path to process excellence Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) often find themselves wrestling with the challenge of continuous improvement. The popular choice is Lean methodology, with its promise of waste elimination and efficiency gains. But, let’s face it, Lean can be like navigating a labyrinth for many SMEs, consuming precious time…
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Revolutionizing business: The death of departments and the rise of process-oriented success
From silos to synergy: The lethal advantages of process-centric business models One of the key lessons we learned from running companies is that you need to have a clear vision of what value you are delivering to your customers, and how you are delivering it. One of the trends we noticed is that many of…
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A new way of strategic planning for SMEs with Hoshin Kanri simplified
A practical guide to implement a Lean strategy for growth We implemented a Hoshin Kanri approach in X in industrial SMEs. Most operational employees had difficulty perceiving the logic due to its X structure. However, it is essential to the presentation of the manager’s vision and the operational strategic implementation. The first modification to our…
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Unleash the power of innovation in your strategy
Hoshin Kanri Strategy with McKinsey Matrix In a constantly changing world, innovation is the keystone of any business strategy. It embodies our ability to push the boundaries of possibility and reinvent our future. By exploring how to integrate innovation into the heart of your strategy, you embrace a radical transformation that transcends the simple creation…
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Hoshin Kanri: Building high performance and results in SMEs across the globe
A tool for aligning vision, goals and actions Hoshin Kanri is a strategic planning model that originated in Japan and is based on the principles of lean management. It is a method of continuous improvement that can help entrepreneurs align their daily work with their long-term goals. It eliminates the waste that comes from inconsistent…
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PDCA: A simple and effective way to refine your strategy and adapt to change
Excellence is not a destination; it is a continuous journey that never ends When you run a company, you face many challenges and uncertainties, especially in times of crisis. You may have to deal with competitors, customers, investors, regulators, employees, and other stakeholders who have different expectations and demands. You may have to make decisions…
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Value Stream Mapping: Why it should be your first step to define your strategy
VSM : The key to aligning your processes and goals Value stream mapping is a powerful technique to visualize the flow of work and identify the sources of waste and inefficiency in any process. By designing value stream maps, you can align your leadership and teams around a common vision of how to deliver value…
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Thriving in times of crisis: The power of Lean and Management Control in SMEs
Crisis-Proofing your business ? Embracing Lean’s transformational power In the world of business, navigating through turbulent times requires a strategic shift. Sustainable growth often faces threats, and organizations can find themselves challenged by stagnation or even a decline in competitiveness. During these periods, societal tensions may rise, and it becomes crucial to adapt strategies for…
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How Lean lost its way. The deviation from the original philosophy
What is the purpose of Lean? Why do we use it? The roots of the Lean philosophy can be traced to Toyota’s manufacturing systems in Japan, inspired by Henry Ford’s flow production in the United States and Eli Whitney’s interchangeable parts (1). The term Lean was coined by John Krafcik in 1988 and defined by…
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The Impact of Lean Maturity on Financial Control Simplification
How Lean maturity simplifies Financial Control Torbjorn Netland (1) explores how Lean Manufacturing affects Financial Control systems and finds that they change after Lean implementation. One of the pillars of the Toyota TPS (Toyota Production System) house is to empower individuals (autonomy) and let teams make decisions on the shop floor instead of remote managers,…
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