If a tool captures your interest or resonates with you in some way – explore it further to decide if it is something to pursue now…or later. Many of these tools can be successfully used in isolation, which makes it much easier to get started. On the other hand, the benefits will compound as more tools are used, as they do support and reinforce each other.

Most people assume that the goal of lean is to drive continuous improvement through a manufacturing process or production system. But the reality is that people must come first if a workplace is to run smoothly and efficiently. This of course is sound practical advice for life in general. Lean concepts value people above processes so that everyone is encouraged to become their best selves. This helps people to achieve their full potential in the workplace and become the best employee they can be. They’re more likely to engage in active problem solving and give 100% to their role when they feel valued and respected.

• 5S
• Andon
• Bottleneck Analysis
• Continuous Flow
• Gemba 
• Heijunka
• Hoshin Kanri
• Jidoka (Autonomation)
• Just-In-Time
• And many more