Easing the Pain

We are sharing an exciting new video documentary mini-series from Planet Lean on Lean initiatives across the globe! Tune in for the next episode next week. WEB SERIES – Today, we launch a new documentary series on lean around the world, with the first season focusing on lean in Brazil. In the first episode, we…

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Changing Our Approach to Emergency Care

FEATURE – The ER of this Catalan hospital is finding great value in the application of Lean Thinking, which has already led to a dramatic change in its processes and to better care for patients. Words: Francesc Chavalés and Imma Tort Since introducing lean in 2017, the Emergency Room of the Hospital Comarcal de l’Alt…

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Take a Sneak Peek Into The Future of Education

As we move further into the 21st century, the education sector is undergoing rapid transformation. With advancements in technology and changing global circumstances, the future of education is more uncertain than ever before. However, one thing is certain — technology will play a key role in shaping the future of education. In this article, we…

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Toyota’s Real Secret Sauce

FEATURE – The hardest part of a learning journey is learning to learn and figuring out what we need to learn – as opposed to we want to. The author wonders whether we are drawing the right lessons from TPS and highlights a few things we are underemphasizing. Words: Michael Ballé In 2022, Toyota sold…

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AI and Education: Everything You Need to Know

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been a game-changer in several industries, and the education sector is no exception. AI can help businesses in the education sector provide better products and services, ultimately benefiting students and educators alike. In this article, we will discuss the impact of AI on education and how businesses can leverage this technology…

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The Enablers of Our Lean Transformation

CASE STUDY – The Hospital de Bellvitge in Barcelona is relying heavily on hoshin and Kata to create a working environment based on collaboration and joint problem solving. Words: Ana Alvarez, Deputy Director of Processes The Hospital de Bellvitge in Barcelona serves an area of 250,000 people – almost 2 million for specialized care or…

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How to Create Success for Your Business Through Digital Transformation

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Businesses across every industry strive to keep pace with the rapid evolution of digital transformation, recognizing the importance of embracing new technologies and solutions to stay competitive. Along the way, however, many become distracted and overwhelmed by the flashiest new thing and its projected benefits — losing…

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Leveraging Lean to Create a New Product … and Process

INTERVIEW – In 2020, GE Appliances had to stand up a brand-new assembly process for a new dishwasher. The leader responsible for the program explains how LPPD helped them to get it right. Interviewee: Alison Seward, Executive Director, Manufacturing Quality, GE Appliances Roberto Priolo: In 2020, you ran a very successful project to stand up…

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Empowering Children to Navigate Life’s Challenges

FEATURE – In this new series, the author will walk us through some uncommon ways to apply lean – with a particular focus on establishing productive and enjoyable relationships. In the first instalment, he introduces the concept of lean parenting. Words: Sérgio Caldeirinha, President, Lean Academy Portugal As parents, we all want our children to…

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What Kind of Bureaucrat Are You?

FEATURE – In this in-depth, insightful analysis, the authors explore the essence of bureaucracy and explain why, with Lean Thinking, it can be leveraged as a force for good. Words: Michael Ballé and Klaus Beulker How can the fish be aware of the water in the fishbowl? How can we be aware of the bureaucracy…

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