
This podcast is an interview with Matt May, author of the Shingo Prize-winning book The Elegant Solution: Toyota's Formula for Mastering Innovation.
Available May 19 is his new book In Pursuit of Elegance: Why the Best Ideas Have Something Missing.
There is also a video podcast version of this discussion available (and see links below).
For earlier episodes, visit the main Podcast page, which includes information on how to subscribe.
Video Podcast (in two parts)
YouTube Link to Part One and Part Two
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Here’s an interview with Matt at TomPeters.com:
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