Transforming Operations with Lean Leadership: Driving Growth Through Continuous Improvement

In this episode our CEO, Bill Remy talks with the host of Lean Blog, Mark Graban, about the transformative power of Lean leadership and operational excellence.

Bill shares insights from his extensive career, including how he first encountered Lean principles at Allied Signal and the dramatic improvements achieved through lead time reduction and flow. They explore the critical role of communication and employee involvement in overcoming resistance to change, the deep connection between safety and quality, and the importance of leadership in both driving transformation and sustaining long-term improvement. The podcast concludes with Bill’s and Mark’s reflection on how organizations can leverage Lean as a strategic advantage to drive growth and profitability while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Listen to the podcast as Bill outlines TBM’s four-phase framework for turning around operations, emphasizing the need for a holistic evaluation of people, processes, and performance metrics.

Visit LeanBlog.org for the transcript and summary of this podcast.