Even though I am well versed in digital technology, I prefer teaching non-computerised lean-manufacturing simulation games. Regardless of the advancements in technology, I believe that manufacturing ...

Gemba Academy releases the new course, Letter Puzzle Game, in their widely acclaimed School of Lean online training catalog. The Letter Puzzle Game is an engaging simulation that teaches ways to ...

Here is an example of how a lean simulation workshop presented by Value Innovation Partners Ltd. may progress. Over four quarters, workshop participants Quarter 1: Participants receive assigned roles ...

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Schedule How long does it take to become a Six Sigma Green Belt? Participants are expected to complete one full-day session once per week for only seven weeks. Week 1: ...

Bio: Jill Jusko is executive editor for IndustryWeek.She has been writing about manufacturing operations leadership for more than 20 years. Her coverage spotlights companies that are in pursuit of ...

Lean is an integral part of many businesses that has been applied to everything from administrative processes and medical organizations to product development: as part of the organizational DNA of ...

In times of economic distress, business owners often begin contemplating the dreaded ‘L’ word — layoffs. But are they really an effective cost-saving measure? Probably not, says Lynn David McAninch of ...

Because lean manufacturing reduces waste and increases the efficiency of your production line, it has an impact on other parts of the business. Converting to the new system requires adjustments ...