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Assess and Analyze
0“Assess and Analyze” explores tools for identifying and eliminating waste in processes. It covers mapping product flow, documenting operator work, and implementing SMED, with a focus on Lean and change management.
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Creating Mixed Model Value Streams
0Creating Mixed Model Value Streams-Practical Lean Techniques for Building to Demand provides a step-by-step guide to implementing Lean in complex environments. It addresses challenges like high product mix, scheduling issues, and shared resources, offering practical solutions and case studies.
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Implementing Lean Converting Waste to Profit
0“Implementing Lean: Converting Waste to Profit” explores Lean implementation methods, including line balancing and Lean in office and machine shops. It provides practical solutions and recommendations for securing management buy-in.
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Leading the lean enterprises transformation
0“Leading the Lean Enterprise Transformation, Second Edition” by George Koenigsaecker focuses on building a Lean culture, illustrating successful strategies with case histories. Updated with new information, it provides leadership tools and insights for effective Lean transformation.
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Lean Lexicon
0“Lean Lexicon” is your one-stop shop for Lean lingo. Packed with clear definitions, helpful graphics, and essential concepts, this book is perfect for anyone wanting to master Lean, from beginners to seasoned pros. Deepen your understanding and improve your Lean practice with this handy guide.
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Lean Logistics
0“Lean Logistics” by Michel Baudin provides practical methods to avoid shortages and maintain low inventories. It addresses the physical infrastructure and information flow of lean logistics, enhancing capacity and flexibility.
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Lean Thinking
0Lean Thinking is a revised and expanded edition of the classic business book that launched the lean movement. It offers insights into lean principles and provides guidance for those seeking to improve efficiency and competitiveness.
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Office lean
0“Office Lean” by Ken Eakin provides practical insights for applying Lean principles in office environments where work is intangible and complex. The book explains Lean concepts in simple terms and offers examples from various industries to help professionals improve efficiency and employee engagement.
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Simple Excellence
0“Simple Excellence” guides senior management in achieving organizational excellence through Lean transformation. It details the roles of key management team members and provides practical strategies for aligning value streams and improving performance.
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The 12 Principles of Manufacturing Excellence
0“The 12 Principles of Manufacturing Excellence: A Lean Leader’s Guide to Achieving and Sustaining Excellence, Second Edition” by Larry E. Fast provides a comprehensive, proven process for delivering world-class performance. It emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and hourly associate involvement to cultivate the right culture for sustained excellence.
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The Machine That Changed The World
0The Machine That Changed the World is a groundbreaking business book that explores the innovative lean production system that has propelled Toyota to global dominance. It contrasts this approach with the traditional mass production model, highlighting the benefits of efficiency, waste reduction, and continuous improvement. A must-read for managers and leaders seeking to transform their organizations and achieve sustainable success.