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How the World Ran on Empty with Peter Goodman

Masters in Business

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The Lean Taliban: Critique of Overzealous Efficiency

This chapter discusses the concept of the 'Lean Taliban' and the aggressive push by consultancies, particularly McKinsey, to implement distorted lean manufacturing practices. It examines the negative consequences of prioritizing efficiency metrics at the expense of operational effectiveness, using case studies to illustrate how these practices can lead to product shortages and impact business resilience. The chapter also critiques the broader implications of consulting advice on supply chain management, highlighting the tension between short-term gains and long-term sustainability.

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