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Bookmark or Share- 5 Lean Principles Every Engineer Should Know - ASMEThe Lean Enterprise Institute (LEI), founded by James P. Womack and Daniel T. Jones in 1997, is considered the go-to resource for lean wisdom, training, and seminars. According to Womack and Jones, there are five key lean principles: value, value stream, flow, pull, and perfection.
- 7 Examples of Lean Manufacturing in Action - ASMELean manufacturing has been around for decades, with implementation of lean tools and techniques resulting in impressive efficiency and production gains. When implemented correctly, lean is a comprehensive process that eliminates waste from manufacturing processes, thereby reducing cost and adding value to the customer.
- Infographic: The 5 Six Sigma Belts - ASMEProfessionals who follow Lean Six Sigma use the data-driven methodology to improve processes by eliminating defects, variations, and waste. They embrace the disciplined, data-driven approach using problem-solving tools, statistical methods, and advanced analytics. The Six Sigma belt levels and certifications are similar to those of martial arts.
- Manufacturing Blog: What is Sustainable Manufacturing? - ASMEOptimized lean engineering operations: Creating a manufacturing process that eliminates waste, reduces overproduction, errors, scrap, and delay. Unified Work Process: Establishing a collaborative workflow across all engineering departments that promote transparency and efficiency.
- An engineer's problem-solving mind is suited for Lean - ASMEEngineer, consultant, and author Joshua Plenert talks about the problem-solving mindset of mechanical engineers and the critical nature of the work they do that makes them uniquely suited for the scientific thinking of Lean and the guiding principles of the Shingo Institute.
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