Leading the Lean Initiative

Too many companies have been misled to think that the Toyota Production System (TPS) is about "tools" and that meaningful results will be achieved through the vast implementation of random tools. This has left the vast majority of Lean efforts struggling to achieve meager results. This book helps top executives understand the proper foundation that must be in place to successfully launch a lean transformation. It demonstrates how to define realistic expectations and delineates the common failure modes of nearly all lean methods. The book also provides a complete overview of executive organizational and leadership strategies to help smooth the transition to lean.