Lawrence O'Keefe
Unlocking efficiency: 4 unexpected advantages of implementing lean manufacturing
As a business owner or manager, achieving sustainable growth is likely one of your top priorities. You want to see your company thrive...
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Lawrence O'Keefe
Apr 19, 20233 min read
THIS is why your lean manufacturing transformation isn't succeeding
Meaningful change is difficult, and for some it is impossible. Why? We see it in our personal and professional lives. Some type of...
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Lawrence O'Keefe
Mar 29, 20232 min read
Quick guide: How to use lean manufacturing to expose and eliminate waste
One foundational concept in lean manufacturing (based on the Toyota Production System) is to expose waste that was previously hidden so...
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Lawrence O'Keefe
Feb 15, 20233 min read
How lean manufacturing uses takt time to improve flow
Does any of the following sound familiar in your business? · Product flow needs improvement · Nothing flows as easily as it...
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Lawrence O'Keefe
Nov 28, 20224 min read
Understanding the origins of TPS and why it’s necessary for lean manufacturing that WORKS
Shigeo Shingo said, “We have to grasp not only the Know-How, but also the Know-Why if we want to master the Toyota Production Syst.” This...
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Lawrence O'Keefe
Oct 31, 20224 min read
How to implement lean manufacturing successfully: Focus, commitment, and resources
Getting results from a lean manufacturing effort is exciting. At the beginning of a lean journey, when a lean consultant implements...
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Lawrence O'Keefe
Oct 24, 20225 min read
3 steps to take if you’re not getting results from standardized work in lean manufacturing
In my last article, I introduced the concept of standardized work and its 3 components. You learned that true lean transformation (which...
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Lawrence O'Keefe
Oct 17, 20224 min read
Why standardized work is fundamental to successful lean manufacturing
More than a few CEOs have expressed frustration with their team’s inability to spot waste in their organizations. In fact, even CEOs...
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Lawrence O'Keefe
Jan 4, 20214 min read
5 areas of manufacturing waste that are negatively impacting your goals
It's no surprise that many businesses set lofty goals for profitability and efficiency. While there are many different strategies you can...
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Lawrence O'Keefe
Aug 17, 20203 min read
How to meet increased demand without spending money using lean manufacturing
Many managers, business owners, and business development consultants will tell you that the answer to the growing pains all companies...
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Lawrence O'Keefe
Apr 23, 20204 min read
Method to the millions: 5 simple steps to maximize business operations with lean manufacturing
Today’s difficult times amidst the coronavirus are putting an immense amount of pressure on many businesses. Demand fluctuation, supply...
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Lawrence O'Keefe
Feb 11, 20202 min read
Kaizen for Dummies: Understanding the Toyota Production System
Kaizen is the Japanese word for continuous improvement, and a competitive philosophy to strengthen an organization’s capability by...
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Lawrence O'Keefe
Jan 23, 20203 min read
The #1 Reason Lean Programs FAIL
Books and articles are available by the thousands. Consultants are everywhere. Toyota shares ‘secrets’ freely. So why do lean programs...
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Lawrence O'Keefe
Dec 21, 20192 min read
How to Begin: Reducing Business Costs with Lean Manufacturing
Labor costs. Inventory. Overproduction. Defects and production time loss. Is this the solution you've been looking for?
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