No Way Out Theory of Constraints: Flow, TPS and Boyd's OODA Loop with Steve Holt | Ep 53
Nov 2, 2023
"Theory of Constraints, TPS, and Boyd's OODA Loop" features guest Steve Holt, a Technical Fellow at Boeing. The podcast covers the influence of TOPGUN on John Boyd's thinking, Boyd's E-M Theory and its impact on aircraft design, and the critical analysis of the Theory of Constraints. The conversation also touches on the concept of inherent simplicity in managing a system's performance. Topics like flow systems in fulfillment centers, tempo and choosing constraints, and the application of these theories to different systems are explored. The importance of involving people in decision-making and the connections between Theory of Constraints, OODA Loop, and flow are also discussed.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
John Boyd's Pivotal Moments in the 70s
02:20 • 18min
Using Flow Systems to Optimize Package Movement in a Fulfillment Center
20:43 • 25min
Controlling Tempo and Choosing Constraints
45:43 • 4min
Application of EM Theory and Theory of Constraints to Different Systems
50:00 • 5min
Involving the People Doing the Work
55:24 • 4min
Connections between Theory of Constraints, OODA Loop and Flow
59:02 • 16min