tl;dr: Toyota’s Takaoka #2 line shows how flexibility and Kaizen go hand-in-hand. With rapid, low-cost changeovers, worker-driven improvements, and a focus on customer needs, the line adapts to demand without sacrificing quality–a reminder that agility is built into the culture, not just the equipment. An article I came across recently offered a fascinating inside look at Toyota’s Takaoka #2 line–and it made me wish I could have seen it firsthand. Inside Toyota’s Takaoka #2 Line: … Continue reading Walking the Line at Toyota’s Takaoka #2: Flexibility and Kaizen in Action