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Starting a lean initiative brings about its own challenges. It is important to recognize these issues that make implementing change difficult. In this post, we outline some good starting points of a lean campaign, such as 5s or a production board. hubs.li/H0WBtFy0

A key principle of lean is to complete an action with minimal waste – no more, no less. We get lean inspiration from the world around us and lessons from professional kitchens provide a great example of this principle in action. hubs.ly/H0WBy3V0

When done properly, lean manufacturing benefits the customer by offering a lower price for a quality product. Additionally, price reduction does not come at the expense of your company. Read this post to learn how to go lean and improve your bottom line. hubs.ly/H0WBxfw0

When we work with clients to create their lean system, removing forklifts from the manufacturing area is a point of emphasis. A Mother-Daughter Cart System is a great forklift-substitute - learn the benefits and how it works with this breakdown. hubs.ly/H0WBtGk0

Optimizing warehouse picking best practices has always been a priority for any eCommerce warehouse or fulfillment center. These eCommerce warehouse picking best practices can help you optimize efficiency and keep work moving. hubs.ly/H0WBtGf0

The rationale behind forklift free seems obvious. Forklifts are dangerous and tuggers are less expensive. That being said, there are some hurdles to overcome. Make the most of a forklift-free application with this post. hubs.li/H0T8Lsd0

Looking to hire a lean manufacturing consultant? Here is a list of 6 questions to ask when considering a consultant. Going through this process can be difficult, but by checking these questions off you’ll find the right lean consultant for you. hubs.li/H0T8Ls80

Tugger cart systems work almost identically to a real train, but on a small, focused scale just right for your operation. The train itself has a powered tugger operated by a person that tows a connected train of several non-powered carts. hubs.li/H0T8KGl0

Are you focused on your customers, aligning your employees, products, suppliers, and shareholders to create and keep them? If you want to bring more people in and eventually have them as advocates for your brand, you need to act with them in mind. hubs.li/H0T8KX80

Companies that attempt to implement lean principles seek tangible results: improved quality, cut costs, and saved time. However, your company’s culture can have just as much of an impact on lean principles - learn how to buy-in to lean with this post. hubs.li/H0T8GrC0

There is a constant focus on waste analysis and elimination. Eliminating all of your operation’s waste may seem like an incomplete process. Learn how to maximize your waste management with improved flow in this post. hubs.li/H0QBd6G0

Finding the right flow rack for your business is a crucial step in staying organized and optimizing workflow. The major things you should look for when purchasing flow racks are customization, flexibility, and ergonomics. hubs.li/H0QBdjb0

Improving your internal logistics systems may seem like a daunting task. However, when finding a place to start, it helps to remember lessons from the past. Read this post for inspirational quotes that will help realign your organizational priorities. hubs.li/H0QBd6X0

The “fast casual” restaurant category may be the furthest thing from automotive production, but an article in the Wall Street Journal perfectly captures the application of Toyota Production System (TPS) principles to this industry. hubs.li/H0QBd6P0

As the country starts to get back to normal, manufacturers are wondering how best to return to work. If you are puzzled at how to get your warehouse back to work check out our most recent blog for helpful tips from our lean integration experts. hubs.li/H0QB95M0

Going lean in your organization is a decision about how you want your future to look. The choice to streamline needs to be owned first and then developed. hubs.li/H0P1yfP0

Your favorite chef knows that leaving the fat on a piece of meat will result in a more flavorful and tender result, the best managers apply the same practice to capital budgeting. hubs.li/H0P1yvp0

Are you applying lean manufacturing principles in your factory correctly? Here are a few overlooked areas in creating effective workstations to make the most of lean manufacturing. hubs.li/H0P1wM40

Removing forklifts and fork truck traffic from your facility can create flow and minimize wasteful practices. Check out this post to discover how going forklift free can help your warehouse. hubs.li/H0P1wjk0

There are plenty of challenges to managing a warehouse. Fortunately, we have put together a list of the largest issues and their solutions. hubs.li/H0P1vs_0