The hard part of implementing a lean transformation, according to most experts, is dealing with the "soft" issues, such as culture change. Getting employees to live and breathe lean -- actively supporting and buying into lean concepts and philosophy, always searching for ways to eliminate waste, and continuously improving processes and providing greater value for customers -- is the real challenge when building and sustaining a lean culture.Lean Culture: Collected Practices and Cases provides a variety of case studies taken from articles previously published in Lean Manufacturer Advisor: the monthly newsletter by Productivity Press. All focus on cultural issues, ranging from the role of top management, to training and development of workers and managers, to building buy-in and to sustaining the culture.Highlights include: Practical, in-depth descriptions of cultural issues in a lean transformation, written in a conversational, easy-to-read style.Many case studies unavailable from any other single source.Articles categorized by specific area - all desired information is easily located.Real-world information about culture change collected in one handy book.

Lean Culture: Collected Practices and Cases

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Kaizen Teian 1

Kaizen teian -- the Japanese-style proposal system for continuous improvement -- is the most direct and effective method for channeling employees' creative energies and hands-on insight. This book is the first in a new three-volume set that brings the management, guidance, and development of kaizen teian systems into perfect focus.This first volume explains many aspects of running a proposal program on a day-to-day basis and provides cartoon examples of successful kaizen teian programs in four major Japanese organizations. This concise reference outlines the policies that support a "bottom-up" system of innovation and defines the three main objectives of kaizen teian: to build participation, develop individuals' skills, and achieve higher profits. (Originally published by Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun, Ltd.)

Kaizen Teian 1: Developing Systems for Continuous Improvement Through Employee Suggestions

Kaizen for the Shop Floor: A Zero-Waste Environment with Process Automation (The Shopfloor Series)

The philosophy of kaizen, which simply means continuous improvement, needs to adopted by any organization seeking to implement lean improvements that go beyond cost cutting. Kaizen events are opportunities to make focused changes in the workplace. Kaizen for the Shopfloor takes readers through the critical steps for conducting a very effective kaizen event: one that is well planned, well implemented, and well documented. As the newest addition to the Shingo Prize Winning Shopfloor Series, Kaizen for the Shopfloordistills the complexities of jumpstarting lean processes into an easily accessible format for those frontline employees who make lean possible. 
About the Shopfloor Series: Put proven improvement tools in the hands of your entire workforce! 
Progressive shopfloor improvement techniques are imperative for manufacturers who want to stay competitive and to achieve world class excellence. And it's the comprehensive education of all shopfloor workers that ensures full participation and success when implementing new programs. The Shopfloor Series books make practical information accessible to everyone by presenting major concepts and tools in simple, clear language and at a reading level that has been adjusted for operators by skilled instructional designers. One main idea is presented every two to four pages so that the book can be picked up and put down easily. Each chapter begins with an overview and ends with a summary section. Helpful illustrations are used throughout. 
Other topics in the Shopfloor Series: Kanban, 5S, Quick Changeover, Mistake-Proofing, Just-in-Time, TPM, Cellular Manufacturing

The Lean Office: Collected Practices and Cases is a compilation of articles previously published in the Productivity Press newsletter, Lean Manufacturing Advisor. These articles discuss lean implementations in non-manufacturing operations, from design to processing invoices to customer service. Most articles are written in the form of case studies. Highlights include -  Practical, in-depth description of lean implementation, written in a conversational, easy-to-read style A large quantity of case studies unavailable from any other single source Responds to your desire for real-world lean office information

The Lean Office: Collected Practices and Cases

OEE for Operators: Overall Equipment Effectiveness (The Shopfloor Series)

Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) is a crucial measure in TPM that reports on how well equipment is running. It factors three elements ---the time the machine is actually running, the quantity of products the machine is turning out, and the quantity of good output – into a single combined score. Directly addressing those who are best positioned to track and improve the effectiveness of equipment, OEE for Operatorsdefines basic concepts and then provides a systematic explanation of how OEE should be applied to maximize a piece of equipment’s productivity and recognize when its efficiency is being compromised. 
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Just-in-Time for Operators (The Shopfloor Series)

Are you ready to implement a just-in-time (JIT) manufacturing program but need some help orienting employees to the power of JIT? Here is a concise and practical guide to introduce equipment operators, assembly workers, and other frontline employees to the basic concepts, techniques, and benefits of JIT practices. Like all Shop Floor Series books, Just-in-Time for Operators presents concepts and tools in simple and accessible language. The book includes ample illustrations and examples to explain basic JIT concepts and some of the changes people may encounter in a JIT implementation.Key definitionsElimination of process wasteLeveled production, kanban, and standard workU-shaped cells and autonomationJIT support techniquesThe JIT approach is simple and universal -- it works in companies all over the world. Educating employees ensures their full participation and allows them to share their experiences and ideas more effectively.

The Zero Quality Control System (ZQC) is a mistake-proofing approach that prevents defects by monitoring processing conditions at the source and correcting errors that cause defects. Since it is human nature to make mistakes, ZQC does not blame people for errors, but instead finds ways to keep errors from becoming defects. In this breakthrough approach, mistake-proofing devices called poka-yoke are used to check and give feedback about each product or operation in the process, not just a sample. This book introduces operators and assembly workers to the basic methodology of ZQC in an easy-to-read format that covers all aspects of this important manufacturing improvement strategy. 
Mistake-Proofing for Operators includes the instructional features that are the signature of the Shopfloor Series. In this series Productivity Press has taken the lead in adult education by teaming with instructional designers to develop complete programs for frontline learning. The goal: to place powerful and proven improvement tools such as ZQC and mistake-proofing in the hands of your company's entire workforce. 
Winner of the 1990 Shingo Prize for Excellence in Manufacturing, Mistake-Proofing for Operators is based on Zero Quality Control: Source Inspection and the Poka-Yoke System by Shigeo Shingo

Mistake-Proofing for Operators: The ZQC System (The Shopfloor Series)

The Zero Quality control system (ZQC) is a mistake-proofing approach that prevents defects by monitoring process conditions at the source and correcting errors that would cause defects. In this breakthrough approach, mistake-proofing devices called poka-yoke are used to check and give feedback about each product or operation in the process, not just a sample. This package helps you begin the education process by establishing the foundation to reach this goal: placing powerful and proven improvement tools such as ZQC and mistake-proofing in the hands of your company's entire workforce. A strong complement to your training on mistake-proofing. 
 The Learning Package does the following:
<li>Provides the foundation for launching a full-scale implementation process </li>
<li>Encourages workers to get actively involved in their own learning process </li>
<li>Provides immediate practical skills for participants </li>
<li>Offers a flexible curriculum that adapts to unique audience requirements </li>
<li>Furnishes the tools to develop your own in-house education program for operators. SHIPPING NOTICE: Learning Packages carry a $15 shipping charge.
This Learning Package includes:
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<li>Leader's guide</li>
<li>5 copies of Mistake-Proofing for Operators</li>
<li>A CD filled with additional presentation materials.</li>
<li>1 copy of the classic book: ZQC: Source Inspection and the Poka-Yoke System</li>
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Mistake-Proofing for Operators Learning Package (The Shopfloor Series)

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Lean Culture: Collected Practices and Cases

Kaizen Teian 1: Developing Systems for Continuous Improvement Through Employee Suggestions

Kaizen for the Shop Floor: A Zero-Waste Environment with Process Automation (The Shopfloor Series)

The Lean Office: Collected Practices and Cases

OEE for Operators: Overall Equipment Effectiveness (The Shopfloor Series)

Just-in-Time for Operators (The Shopfloor Series)

Mistake-Proofing for Operators: The ZQC System (The Shopfloor Series)

Mistake-Proofing for Operators Learning Package (The Shopfloor Series)

Kaizen Teian 1

OEE for Operators: Overall Equipment Effectiveness (The Shopfloor Series)