Putting a Spotlight on Frontline Standard Work
In the pursuit of operational excellence, establishing and implementing consistent standard work at the frontline is crucial. Standards impact everything from operational efficiency, productivity, quality, and to safety and employee morale. When we talk about frontline standard work, we’re referring to the comprehensive set of procedures, practices, and guidelines that define how various tasks and […]
Digitizing Front Line Operations: Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
Welcome to the first instalment in a series exploring the transformative power of digitization in front line operations. In this article, we delve into the key reasons behind this shift. We will look at Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and the Lean methods it utilises as practical examples of how Small & Medium sized businesses are […]
6 Essential Resources for Lean Skills Management
For those committed to continuous improvement, particularly in HR and operations roles, developing a Lean skills management program should be a priority. We’ve written extensively about skills management within a CI framework. So, in this article we’ve curated our top resources and their takeaways to help you make the most of your lean learning and […]
Standard Work: The Backbone of Operational Excellence
When it comes to operational efficiency and continuous improvement, ‘Standard Work’ is a fundamental principle. We’ve touched on Leader Standard Work previously; this concept is not just about maintaining consistency in leadership teams, it’s about creating a foundation for excellence, innovation and improvement for everyone. Understanding Standard Work Standard work refers to the documentation and […]
Getting Started with Tier 1 Meetings
In this article we take a brief look at the significance of Tier 1 meetings and provides practical advice on how to implement them successfully. We summarise points taken from our Tier 1 Webinar – available on demand here. Tier 1 meetings play a critical role in achieving alignment and actually conducting improvement activity by […]
Embracing Lean Across All Functions for Operational Excellence
This article features takeaways from our recent webinar on embracing lean across all functions of an organisation. You can watch the webinar recording on-demand – right here. Efficiency and continuous improvement are not just goals; they are necessities for organizational survival. The principles of lean have transcended their manufacturing origins to become vital across all business […]
Linking Tier 3 Daily Operations Meetings to Tier 1 & 2
In this article we summarise the key points from our webinar on integrating tier 3 daily operations meetings seamlessly. Want to watch the webinar on-demand? Click right here. The Importance of Efficiency and Working on the Right Things In the ever-evolving landscape of business operations, the quest for efficiency and effectiveness remains at the forefront. […]
Breaking Down Siloes: The Importance of Organisation-Wide Learning
Improvement leaders have a critical role to play in embedding organisation-wide learning – the focus of effective continuous improvement frameworks.
The Tier Meeting Is Not Just for the Frontline
The tier meeting enables information and improvement activity to flow at all levels in a cascading fashion. We take a look at how to get it right.
3 Perspectives You MUST Consider for Skills Management and Development
A deep-dive into the skills management and development, alongside compliance considerations, within a continuous improvement framework.
