Kaizen event effectiveness is a prerequisite for lean
transformation success. It provides the necessary
transformational jump-start, momentum, organizational
learning and engagement, and sustainable, step-function
improvements. The systemic use of kaizen events
establishes the technical and cultural foundation for
principle-driven kaizen - the powerful combination of
kaizen events and daily kaizen activities. ''The Kaizen
Event Fieldbook'' brings this all together as an
indispensable reference for lean leaders and
implementers within any industry and for use at any
stage within the lean implementation journey. One of
lean's defining characteristics is learning by seeing,
doing, and studying. In context with lean theory and
lean leadership principles, readers will gain an
understanding of the essential 'whys' and 'hows' of
kaizen event standard work and event management, as well
as a proven means to sustain the gains. The Fieldbook's
multi-phase approach addresses strategy, pre-event
planning, execution, and follow-through. Practical
examples, over a hundred figures and tables, and many
real-life ''Gemba Tales'' provide for an enriched
learning experience. Also included is a chapter on the
deployment of a kaizen promotion office, a glossary, and
two appendices, which offer blank forms and an overview
of daily kaizen. |
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