by Holly Blair | Jan 10, 2024 | Lean Tools
Takt Time: Lean Manufacturing’s Mysterious Metric In the lean manufacturing world, Takt Time is frequently misunderstood, and often mistaken for its dance partner, Cycle Time. So what exactly is Takt Time, how do you use it, and how it is distinct from Process Cycle...
by Holly Blair | Oct 21, 2023 | Lean Tools, Process Transformation
For manufacturing operations, recognizing and addressing inefficiencies is the key to unlocking the full potential of a business. The concept of the 6 Big Losses offers a strategic framework for identifying and mitigating common challenges that impede operational...
by Holly Blair | Aug 24, 2023 | Lean Tools, Process Transformation
In Lean Manufacturing, optimizing efficiency and minimizing waste are the focus. One powerful tool that plays a pivotal role in achieving these goals is Yield Analysis. In this blog post, we’ll look at how to perform Yield Analysis, exploring its significance,...
by Holly Blair | Jul 11, 2023 | Lean Six Sigma, Lean Tools
In Lean Manufacturing, the pursuit of operational excellence extends beyond efficiency and waste reduction to include quality. To measure and improve quality performance, Lean Practitioners rely on key metrics such as First Time Right (FTR), Throughput Yield (TPY),...
by Holly Blair | Jun 7, 2023 | Lean Six Sigma, Lean Tools
Process Waste is defined as any process step or action that does not add value to the customer of the process. By eliminating process waste, only process steps that add value to the Customer remain. Lean Process Improvement is about streamlining processes, reducing...
by Holly Blair | Oct 4, 2022 | Lean Six Sigma, Lean Tools, Process Transformation
For successful Lean Transformations, the role of measurement systems is critical. Measurement systems act as the compass, guiding organizations and helping them navigate their journey to operational excellence. As Peter Drucker famously said, “What gets measured...
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