ABSTRACT

This book explains how to sustain lean, or, continuous improvement practices. It introduces the BASICS® lean leadership development path, combining the "human aspect" with published BASICS® lean tools. It lays out the methodology to empower, lead, and drive ongoing improvements in your business. The book includes engaging stories and case studies to demonstrate the effectiveness of shop floor management tactics, including visual management tools, gemba walks, standard work, time analysis, kanban, 5S, and more.

chapter Chapter 1|10 pages

The Leadership Development Path

chapter Chapter 2|13 pages

The BASICS® Model Lean Overview

chapter Chapter 3|14 pages

The BASICS® Model Methodology1

chapter Chapter 7|34 pages

BASICS® Implement—Skills and System Deployment

chapter Chapter 11|17 pages

The Organization Required to Support the Group Leader

chapter Chapter 13|10 pages

Secrets to Sustaining

chapter Chapter 14|11 pages

Sustaining—The New Hiring Process and Expectations

chapter Chapter 15|11 pages

Sustain—Managing the Change

chapter Chapter 16|21 pages

Becoming a New Team Member