Incremental:
The Continuous Improvement Podcast Episode 132. Stoplights vs roundabouts
Oct 30, 2024
The hosts debate the pros and cons of stoplights versus roundabouts, revealing insights on command and control systems versus flexible approaches. They dive into the critical chain methodologies in machine shops and stress the importance of going to the gemba to truly understand processes. Fast changeovers are highlighted as a crucial tactic for efficiency. Plus, they discuss managing inventory with practical anecdotes, exploring the intricacies of optimization and the significance of buffers in project management.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Intro
00:00 • 4min
Rethinking Lean Methodology
03:39 • 4min
Challenges in Production and Inventory Management
07:51 • 17min
Optimizing Project Management and Production Processes
24:58 • 17min
Optimizing Inventory and Quality Control
41:40 • 8min
Managing Project Buffers and Time Perception
49:43 • 2min
Enhancing Team Dynamics through Standardization
52:00 • 7min