In this issue

The cover theme of the June issue is ‘lean manufacturing’. Experts Lonnie Wilson, Sanjeev Baitmangalkar, Jeffrey Liker and James Morgan, and David Mann write on various aspects such as adopting the right techniques to actualize lean, understating what lean is and adopting the right strategies to bring it into force, give a few lessons in lean transformation, and a structured path to implementing lean techniques.

Is Lean Smart?

Do not be a lean imposter. Adopt the right techniques that ensure improved profitability and customer satisfaction, and foster employee engagement.

6 mins

Cracking The Lean Code

Lean cannot be a replication exercise. Aspirant organisations need to fully understand the scope of lean, the variables that are applicable to them in particular, and chalk out a strategy that would bring in additional value.

10 mins

Chart Your Path

Lean transformation is much more than just a tools deployment process. It entails an evolutionary learning process; only, the lessons are never the same for all.

7 mins

Spark The Fire

That ‘lean’ initiatives are of little interest to executives should come as no surprise. Embark on a structured path to win the buy-in.

6 mins

Seize The Moments

Leaders need to think and act beyond symbols of power and chalk out a strategy for their personal impact.

6 mins

Taking Charge

Physical Intelligence can help boost career performance.

6 mins

Wake-Up Call

An ethical crisis should be seen as an opportunity for introspection—to look deep into the flaws in the organisation’s culture—and setting it on the right path.

6 mins

Innovate With Optimism

Winston Churchill once said, “Optimists see opportunities in every difficulty.” There is a definite connection between optimistic leaders and business success.

2 mins

Readying For The Future

Facilitating the upskilling of existing employees is more cost-effective than investing in new hires.

4 mins

Improv Magic

Being prompt, adaptable, present in the moment, contributing freely, and listening carefully are skills that should be included in management training as it creates more room for innovation.

5 mins

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