For most of the 90’s I had the good fortune to consult with Chrysler Corp. working primarily on the implementation of the Chrysler Operating System (COS) which was led by Chrysler EVP, Dennis Pawley. During that same period, my future partner Jamie Flinchbaugh, was employed at Chrysler and instrumental in … Continue reading
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Digital Lean- Are we doomed to repeat the sins of the past?
When I was asked to help MAEX Partners in Germany develop a digital readiness assessment my first thought was “why me”. As many of you know I am not a technological pioneer or even very technologically capable. However, what I learned during a recent industry tour is that the digital … Continue reading
Lean is Dead
Hopefully this got your attention. I’m not suggesting that lean is dead and gone. What I am suggesting is that’s its dead and mummified, it’s not flourishing. More and more organizations are growing as they embrace lean and are more effective in their transformation. But is lean as … Continue reading
The Essence of Lean Leadership
I was recently asked during The Lean Leadership Podcast hosted by Chris Burnham “What advice might I give an organization that is well on it’s way in their lean journey”. Not an easy question to quickly answer but I didn’t hesitate–DISCIPLINE. Jim Collins in his book “Good to Great” discusses … Continue reading