Lean Six Sigma for Good Podcast E122: Applying Lean at the City of Grand Rapids with Alen Ganic
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Jan 16, 2025 Alen Ganic, a seasoned Lean and Six Sigma coach with 14 years of experience at the City of Grand Rapids, discusses his journey in improving government efficiency. He shares his hands-on approach to implementing Lean methodologies, leading to significant cost savings and waste reduction. Ganic highlights challenges in organizing Lean initiatives and the importance of collaboration with nonprofits. He also contrasts the unique challenges faced by nonprofits versus government entities in embracing Lean practices, underscoring adaptive leadership and community engagement.
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Lean in Grand Rapids Parking Services
- Alen Ganic took a pay cut to work for the City of Grand Rapids, implementing Lean principles.
- He improved seasonal employee staffing by standardizing booth operations and training.
City-Wide Lean Implementation
- Alen Ganic's success in parking services led to a city-wide Lean implementation role.
- He consolidated warehouses, saving over $500,000 annually by improving material management.
Balancing Government and Manufacturing
- While working for the city, Ganic continued part-time consulting in manufacturing.
- This allowed him to stay engaged with his passion for continuous improvement.