Tom Hughes

In this enlightening discussion, Tom Hughes, a lean principles expert and creator of GembaDocs, dives into the essence of Lean thinking and its vital role for landscapers. He reveals how Lean emerged from the need to survive and emphasizes the critical importance of identifying and eliminating waste in operations. Tom shares insights on the seven types of waste, how landscapers often unknowingly lose time and money, and why killing waste—not enhancing value—is essential for scaling. His favorite line? "Comfort is the enemy of innovation."