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What is Lean Agile Project Management?

By |April 21st, 2020|

Much is demanded of businesses in this modern world. Competition is tough. Consumer standards are high. And the market has never been as technology-driven as before. For businesses that want to thrive, they know that having a good product alone is insufficient. They need to look into how they

Identifying Muri: Is your Team Overburdened with Work?

By |August 28th, 2019|

We all know that employees are the greatest asset of any organization. Yet there are companies where employees seem to be disengaged, unhappy, and unproductive. Being a key factor in business success, it’s important that organization leaders take a look at their employees’ work experience. One of the key

Optimization of Resources: The Seven Wastes (Muda)

By |June 6th, 2019|

Lean manufacturing rests upon the idea that waste reduction can help you work more efficiently and be more profitable. Waste reduction is based on the notion that processes either add value or create waste to the production of a product or service. But waste can take many forms. It

Implementing Kaizen Through Kanban

By |May 30th, 2019|

We already know that from proper implementation and use of Kanban come many benefits. The main one being continuous improvement. Using Kanban helps teams work faster and more efficiently. But more importantly, Kanban is the perfect tool for identifying hidden problems. And engaging people in resolving them by continuously

Six Rules of Kanban: How to Better Implement Kanban

By |May 28th, 2019|

Managing business processes using Kanban can only be effective if it’s implemented properly. An effective Kanban system is more than just sticking post-its on a board. It is a mindset - a move towards productivity, organization, and eliminating waste through a steady flow of work. This is where the

Improve Workplace Efficiency by Implementing the 5S Methodology

By |May 9th, 2019|

If you want to take your office productivity up a notch, you don’t necessarily have to make huge and difficult changes. Surprisingly, simple and small adjustments can go a long way for your productivity journey. The 5S methodology is a simple yet effective technique to improve the way your