Why Lean Thinking Succeeds in Japan–Not Because of Culture, But Because of Intentional Leadership and Systems One of the most persistent myths I’ve encountered over the years goes something like this: “Well, of course they can do Lean… they’re Japanese.” I’ve heard that said in healthcare and manufacturing alike. And honestly? It’s a cop-out. It reflects a mindset that lets us off the hook rather than asking, “What would it take for us to do … Continue reading Lean in Japan Works–But Not Because They’re Japanese