Category Archives: "Universal Kaizen"

Efficiency isn't just something that companies are striving for – it's the standard at which every business must operate, or else risk falling its behind competitors. Achieving efficiency has grown particularly important over the last few years because of the economic recession, with many companies looking to accomplish more with fewer resources. Unbeknownst to many

For many businesses, establishing a better work culture is important, but not at the expense of other mission-critical objectives. Business leaders may want to reconsider their efforts to engage employees, though, as a recent survey from MWW Group notes that a company's reputation is largely driven by the workplace culture. An innovative, thriving workplace could

Government organizations have always been forced to wrestle with budget, with public officials trying stretch inadequate funds across a slew of projects. In that regard, many such entities are always looking for ways to bolster efficiency, such as running continuous improvement initiatives. The state of Minnesota, in particular the Department of Corrections, has made extensive

Going Lean can benefit a multitude of companies, from billion-dollar corporations to brand new startups. Creating a Kaizen workplace is a matter of being able to change traditional practices and operations to be more efficient, and as long as you’re willing to adopt a “nothing is sacred” attitude, going Lean can have a great impact

The economy is improving, but not at the pace many business owners would like. As such, many companies are implementing new strategies – such as Kaizen – as a means to improve operations and potentially boost revenue while simultaneously spending less. Transforming an organization into a Lean one can be very profitable and all around

Waste doesn't just refer to pollution – in a Kaizen culture, it refers to redundant and zero-value practices and procedures. When you hear the word “waste,” what do you think of? Many businesses – ranging from the largest of corporations to the smallest of startups – envisage pollution, especially in light of the increasingly stricter

Undergoing a Kaizen transformation is just as much about the mindset as it is about the actual practices. While striving to eliminate waste and minimize redundant procedures is an important part of a Lean transformation, it's just as vital that businesses understand why they are implementing these procedures to truly ensure they are taking advantage

If you heard the nickname “city of tomorrow,” there are a few major metropolitan areas that may spring to mind – Tokyo, London, New York, Dubai, etc. What you probably wouldn't think of is the 30,000-resident Canadian town of Stratford, Ontario. However, for two years in a row, the Intelligent Community Forum has recognized Stratford