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A Lean Innovation Management Process: Discovering and Creating Value

The Strategic Project Manager

Lean innovation management originated from startups, but is applicable in helping bring a startup mentality to a variety of types of organizations. Let’s start be defining lean innovation. What is lean innovation, and why is it important? That’s’s one type of innovation.

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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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Top 10 Project Management Methodologies – An Overview

ProjectManager.com

It has been applied to non-software products that seek to drive forward with innovation and have a level of uncertainty, such as computers, motor vehicles, medical devices, food, clothing, music and more; and it’s also being used in other types of projects that need a more responsive and fast-paced production schedule , such as marketing.

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Lean and Agile: A Comprehensive Comparison

Wrike

In the realm of project management methodologies, Lean and Agile have emerged as powerful approaches that support organizations in achieving efficiency and delivering high-quality products and services. Understanding the nuances of Lean and Agile is crucial for project managers and teams seeking to optimize their processes.

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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. Lean Six Sigma.

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The Ultimate Guide to Crafting a Sustainable Operations Strategy

Wrike

The role of sustainability has evolved beyond being a mere buzzword. A sustainable operations strategy not only helps companies reduce their environmental impact but also drives efficiency, enhances social responsibility, and improves overall economic viability.

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

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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.