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In this episode of the WLEI podcast, LEI speaks with prolific author and business leader Art Byrne.
During the discussion, Art shares his decades-long journey leading lean transformation, from running kaizen events with the first wave of ex-Toyota consultants in the US to leading manufacturer Wiremold to record profitability.
For a decade, Art wrote 100 "Ask Art" columns, answering the lean community's most pressing questions. He has compiled the best of those into a new book, The Lean Turnaround Answer Book: 40 Years of Lean Observation.
Our conversation covered:
- The transformative impact of implementing the Toyota Production System to improve efficiency, quality, and customer service.
- The critical role of leadership and involving top executives in driving successful lean transformations through setting stretch goals and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- The challenges of traditional accounting methods in a lean environment and the need to transition to lean accounting practices.
- The strategic advantages of reducing setup times and lead times in manufacturing, allowing companies to gain a competitive advantage.
- Practical insights from the author's experience writing a book to provide answers to common questions about implementing lean principles across various industries.
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