TL;DR: Goethe’s centuries-old quotes echo Lean principles like learning by doing, respect for people, observation over assumption, and perseverance–reminding us that continuous improvement is a mindset, not a toolkit. During a recent visit to Germany to speak at a corporate…
I believe in sharing mistakes to learn. Like everyone else, I’m far from perfect, and mistakes are part of my journey. Here’s a recent mistake I made that you might learn from, especially if you’re planning to visit Germany (or…
This is the first Lean article or case study I recall seeing about a German hospital: “JACR: Lean Six Sigma increases MRI productivity.” The article clearly articulates the benefits for patients, staff, and the hospital – University Hospital Giessen and…
