Implementing Lean: Converting Waste to Profit

Lean is a term that describes a way of thinking about and managing companies as an enterprise. It involves the continual pursuit of identifying and eliminating waste, establishing efficient flow of information and process, and an unwavering top-level commitment. The purpose of this series is to show how any process can be improved utilizing a combination of tasks and people tools, and introduces the BASICS Lean® concept. Implementing Lean: Converting Waste to Profit explores implementation methods, line balancing methods, including baton or bumping, and implementing Lean in the office and machine shops. It walks through the relationships and how the data presented can be leveraged to prepare for the implementation and provides suggest solutions for improvements and making recommendations to management to secure their buy-in and approval.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 266 pages
Publication date: 21 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Lean is a comprehensive approach to business management that focuses on creating and enhancing stable and predictable systems and processes to deliver high-quality products or services to customers promptly. It involves the active engagement of every individual within the organization to achieve this goal. Alongside this, organizations must cultivate a culture of respect for people and promote continuous learning. At its core, Lean revolves around people. People are the architects of products or services, driving innovation, shaping systems and processes, and ultimately ensuring the sustainability of Lean practices through leadership buy-in and accountability.

By embracing this philosophy, employees become deeply committed to the organization, as they not only excel in their roles but also undergo personal and professional growth. The principles of Lean extend to every process in any industry, emphasizing the continuous pursuit of waste elimination, the establishment of efficient information and process flow, and a unwavering commitment from the highest levels of management.

The concept of continuous improvement is a fundamental tenet of Lean. It applies to any process, regardless of its nature or sector. The Lean Practitioners Field Book, a comprehensive resource for Lean practitioners, aims to demonstrate how any process can be improved using a combination of tasks and people tools. This series is designed for individuals at all levels of experience, providing proven tools for analysis and implementation that go beyond traditional point kaizen events.

Each book in the series can be used as a standalone volume or in combination with other titles to address specific needs. The books are filled with case studies and real-life stories from the authors' own experiences in training organizations that have embarked on or are currently sustaining their Lean journey of continuous improvement. These case studies offer valuable lessons learned and conclude with thought-provoking questions that encourage reflection and application.

In conclusion, Lean is a people-centric approach to business management that emphasizes stability, predictability, and customer satisfaction. By engaging everyone in the organization, creating a culture of respect, and promoting continuous learning, organizations can achieve sustainable improvement and thrive in today's competitive landscape.

Weight: 530g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032029177