Ben RoushJan 183 minExisting Model Line vs. New Model LeanLet’s revisit the chicken or the egg. Should we focus our lean efforts on our existing value streams or on the new model coming in? ...
Ben RoushJan 113 minLayered Process Audits for LeanThe dreaded layered process audit. If not completely understood and supported, it could be the highest level of pencil whipping hypocrisy...
Ben RoushSep 13, 20215 minQuick Changeover as a CompetencyDo not do this to yourself. The dreaded changeover. Can’t I just let my team stretch their legs and let them run? It seems like all...
Chris BrouillardJul 28, 20212 minLRP - LOGISTICS REQUIREMENTS PLANNING = EASY MONEYHow is your company planning logistics? Do you know if the forecasts you are sending to your supply base are fully utilizing the...
Ben RoushJun 21, 20213 minEffective Part Presentation to the OperatorsA lean manufacturing flow must have an effective part presentation to the operator.
Ben RoushApr 26, 20216 minLean Line Layouts: Kaizen 3P AdvancedTakt time-based line design to specifically match up to the customer demand rate is the most important concept to remember in designing a...
Ben RoushSep 29, 20202 minThe Lean Journey: Training Strategies for Standard WorkBy Ben Roush Effective training is often overlooked in moving forward with our lean journey. The truth is, that our training budgets are...
Ben RoushAug 24, 20204 minThe Lean Journey: Engaging your team with 5SWe all know that colleague engagement is hard work for the management team. No matter where you are on the engagement scale, the...
Ben RoushAug 10, 20204 minThe Lean Journey: 3P – Pre-Production PreparationCreating Lean begins with Genesis: The Creation, or Beginnings of Origin. The 3P process stands for Pre-Production Preparation process. ...
Ben RoushJul 27, 20203 minThe Lean Journey: Material Flow SystemsBy Ben Roush If a significant amount of cost is associated with our material, then why does it seem to get managed last? There is nothing...
Ben RoushJul 14, 20202 minThe Lean Journey: Standard Work for OperatorsBy Ben Roush The use of standard work for operators can be one of the most misunderstood concepts within the lean journey. If you limit...
Ben RoushJun 30, 20202 minThe Lean Journey: Involving Your OperatorsBy Ben Roush Colleague engagement is hard work for any management team. Not only do they have to support the HR engagement efforts in...
Ben RoushJun 24, 20202 minManufacturing Rhythm and RoutineThe Lean Journey: Manufacturing Rhythm and Routine By: Ben Roush In the manufacturing facility, everyone wants to have some level of...
Ben RoushJun 1, 20201 minDynamic Improvement Group Launches New Company, with Unparalleled Experience and Proven Results.New Manufacturers’ Resource: Dynamic Improvement Group Works to Boost Factory Efficiencies ANN ARBOR, Mich. – June 1, 2020 – Dynamic...
Ben RoushMay 6, 20202 minWhat Comes First?The Lean Journey: What Comes First? By: Ben Roush There are many different approaches on “how” to successfully begin the lean journey. ...
Ben RoushMay 6, 20202 minDon’t Forget About Manufacturing Lead Time ReductionThe Lean Journey: Don’t Forget About Manufacturing Lead Time Reduction By: Ben Roush It is often the case, organizations embark on the...
Ben RoushMay 6, 20202 minA Little Less Conversation, A Little More Action PleaseThe Lean Journey: A Little Less Conversation, A Little More Action Please By: Ben Roush Perhaps we have been mistaken by investing too...