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Exploring Lean Manufacturing: Principles and Benefits

Wrike

Lean Manufacturing is a methodology that aims to streamline business operations and eliminate waste in order to achieve maximum efficiency and productivity. In this article, we will dive deep into the principles, benefits, and challenges of implementing Lean Manufacturing.

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The Benefits of Power Skills for IT Leaders, and How to Build Yours!

The IIL Blog

Successful IT leaders need to develop and lean into a set of power skills. Lacking essential power skills such as emotional intelligence, empathy, communication, influence and directiveness can harm both reputation of the IT leadership team and the stability of IT departments. It’s not the 90’s anymore. Effective Communication.

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Exploring Lean Operations for Improved Efficiency and Profitability

Wrike

Lean operations are a strategic approach that aims to improve efficiency and profitability in businesses. In this article, we will delve into the concept of lean operations, its principles, and the benefits it can bring to businesses. It requires a commitment to continuous improvement and a willingness to challenge the status quo.

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21st century executive leadership - steps on the journey to adaptiveness & consciousness

Scrum.org

21st-century executive leadership . Growing sustainable agility can take years. Given that agility is only a means to an end, we need 21st-century executive leadership. sustainability. The main consideration is that the person has accountability for strategy and tactics. And, agility is no longer just for IT. learning,

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Six Sigma: A Simple Guide for Project Managers

ProjectManager.com

There has been some backlash against Six Sigma over the recent years, some of which is warranted and will be discussed, but overall the process proves a valuable tool in reducing defects in product manufacturing, especially when paired with Agile thinking, lean manufacturing and capable project management tools. Leadership is critical.

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A Q&A with Employee #8: Scaling a Start-Up Into a Sustainable Business

LiquidPlanner

When I was approached by our blog team to contribute an article for Women in Tech Week, I knew immediately what my contribution would be. We launched our first version of LiquidPlanner during the Great Recession, so we were the definition of lean and scrappy. Were there any apparent strains, being such a small team?

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Framing Transformation Strategy from a Learning Perspective: A Shift from Assertion

Scrum.org

In this blog, we'll unravel how embedding a learning perspective within your transformation strategy can lead to more meaningful, lasting change, particularly in the context of Agile methodologies and digital transformation. Historically, transformation strategies often leaned heavily on 'command and control' tactics.