Helping manufacturers build a profitable & sustainable business using the right strategies, structure, system & technology.
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Started in 2006, the ”Lean Blog Interviews” podcast, hosted by Mark Graban, brings you conversations with leading experts, authors, and thought leaders in lean manufacturing and management. As a Lean practitioner, consultant, and author, Mark Graban offers deep insights, real-world experiences, and practical tips for implementing and enhancing Lean practices across various industries. The Podcast Experience Mark Graban engages his guests in a conversational format, covering a wide array of t ...
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John Frangella covers topics of Business, Manufacturing and Innovation
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Join Advanced Manufacturing and Mobility EY leaders in exploring the critical business issues impacting our industry today. From the emergence of AI to the electric vehicle transition, supply chain issues and adapting to new business models, we dissect complex topics and offer practical insights to thrive today, tomorrow and beyond.
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In today’s unpredictable economic climate, with inflation and rising interest rates affecting businesses and employees alike, employers have a unique opportunity to support their workforce without heavily impacting their bottom line. By focusing on open communication, financial education, and tailored well-being benefits, companies can ease employe…
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Breaking the MRP Insanity Trap: Jerry Wright on Lean Systems and Supply Chain Transformation
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My guest for Episode #518 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Jerry Wright, author of the new book The Insanity Trap: What Your MRP Consultant Won't Tell You. Jerry M. Wright, PE, MBA, is an accomplished operations executive and teaching professional with over 39 years of experience in the manufacturing and service sectors. His extensive career …
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Unlocking Growth Through Systematic Reflection: A Framework for Continuous Improvement and Insight
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Join us on Reflections in Progress, a podcast dedicated to exploring the power of systematic reflection for personal and professional growth. Each episode dives into proven frameworks, practical strategies, and insightful discussions that help individuals and teams turn everyday experiences into lessons for continuous improvement. Whether you're a …
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A large-scale malware campaign has compromised thousands of WordPress sites by using deceptive plugins to deliver malicious scripts disguised as software updates and error messages. The attackers, identified as ClearFake and ClickFix, have targeted over 6,000 websites, exploiting stolen login credentials to install fake plugins. These plugins injec…
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Bruce Hamilton and the Northeast Lean Conference, Toast Kaizen, and More
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My guest for this bonus episode of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Bruce Hamilton, who is joining me on the show for the first time. Bruce is a renowned figure in the Lean world, serving as the President of GBMP Consulting Group and Director Emeritus for the Shingo Institute. As a senior examiner and certified workshop facilitator for the Shing…
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Jacob Stoller on Productivity Reimagined and Lean's Role in Growth
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My guest for Episode #517 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Jacob Stoller, a journalist, speaker, facilitator, and Shingo-Prize-winning author of The Lean CEO. We talked about that in Episode 221. Episode page with video, transcript, and more His latest book, Productivity Reimagined: Shattering Performance Myths to Achieve Sustainable Growth, …
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Boeing's future in the defense sector takes an exciting turn with a new $2.56 billion contract from the U.S. Air Force to develop prototype E-7A Wedgetail aircraft for advanced airborne warning and control. This blog explores the significance of the contract, the challenges of rapid prototyping, and the potential $91 billion opportunity if full pro…
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Roberto Priolo - The Lean Global Connection Event and Spreading Lean Thinking Globally
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In this episode of Lean Blog Interviews, Mark Graban welcomes Roberto Priolo, the Managing Editor of Planet Lean, the publication of the Lean Global Network. Based in Barcelona, Roberto has a background in journalism and extensive experience in covering Lean and continuous improvement topics. Mark and Roberto discuss the upcoming Lean Global Connec…
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Jenn Christison: Lessons in Even Better Leadership, Lean Thinking, and Organizational Transformation
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My guest for Episode #516 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Jenn Christison, founder and principal consultant at Seven Ways Consulting. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Jenn has spent more than 15 years leading continuous improvement efforts across a variety of industries, including aerospace manufacturing, healthcare, non-profit,…
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Exploring Lean Product Development with Jim Morgan - Rivian's Former COO
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My guest for Episode #515 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Jim Morgan, senior advisor at Lean Enterprise Institute and a board member at Adrian Steel. Jim’s most recent industry experience was as Chief Operating Officer at Rivian, an electric vehicle manufacturer. Episode page with video, transcript, and more He was previously a guest in Epis…
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Coaching for Continuous Improvement: Lean Leadership Lessons from Sports with Hugh Alley
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My guest for Episode #514 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Hugh Alley, an author and consultant. He divides his time between coaching senior operational leaders in continuous improvement, training front-line leaders in core supervisory skills, and designing industrial facilities. An industrial engineer, he has run three manufacturing and dist…
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When owners prepare to sell, the primary legal advice industry experts offer is to secure a good M&A lawyer. Here are some general considerations for ownersthebusinessadvancedmanufacturingpodcast
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Insights from 'Leading Excellence': Brad Jevons and Stephen Dargan on Adaptive Leadership
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My guests for Episode #512 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast are two of three co-authors of the upcoming book “Leading Excellence: 5 Hats of the Adaptive Leader” - Brad Jeavons and Stephen Dargan. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Stephen Dargan A diverse and inclusive, customer-centric, driven transformational leader with 20+ years o…
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Flow Engineering in Action: Insights from Authors Steve Pereira and Andrew Davis
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My guests for Episode #512 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast are Steve Pereira and Andrew Davis, authors of the new book Flow Engineering: From Value Stream Mapping to Effective Action. Blog post with video, transcript, and more Steve Pereira has spent over two decades improving workflow across various organizations. His experience spans tech sup…
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Paul Critchley on His Upcoming New England Lean Summit and More
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In this special live-streamed bonus episode of the Lean Blog Interviews podcast, host Mark Graban is joined by Paul Critchley for an impromptu experiment in recording a live podcast. The episode begins with a brief introduction and a discussion about the decision to try a live format. Paul Critchley, a seasoned Lean consultant, shares his backgroun…
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Failing Forward: Sam Yankelevitch on Lean, Communication, and Innovation
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My guest for Episode #511 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Sam Yankelevitch, a distinguished global operations executive who has dedicated his career to advancing Lean principles, effective communication, and innovative problem-solving. Sam's journey began with managing international projects and optimizing processes in various industries. Hi…
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How to prioritize innovation in the great automotive value shift
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In this episode, EY Global Advanced Manufacturing and Mobility analysts Gaurav Batra and Anuj Chandna discuss the great value shift taking shape in automotive sector. The automotive industry is experiencing a significant shift in value creation, moving from traditional sources to emerging technology-driven opportunities. As this takes place, the fu…
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Karen Martin on the Power of Mistake Proofing in Lean Management
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My guest for Episode #510 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Karen Martin, Founder and CEO of TKMG and TKMG Academy, appearing for the fifth time. Episode page with video, transcript, and more She is the author of books including The Outstanding Organization, Clarity First, and Value Stream Mapping. In this episode, we discuss mistake-proofing …
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Bonus: Jared Thatcher on the Global Lean Summit 2024 Event
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I'm very happy to be participating in Jared Thatcher‘s “Global Lean Summit” event this September in Indiana. I'll be there to network and learn, which includes time visiting a Toyota Material Handling factory (an entire day!) I'll be speaking and facilitating: A workshop on Psychological Safety as a Foundation for continuous improvement A learning …
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Leveraging Lean & AI in Optometry: Ankit Patel's Journey from Dell to Vision Care
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My guest for Episode #509 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Ankit Patel, the founder of My Business Care Team, a BPO company providing services for optometrists, and co-founder with his wife Classic Vision Care, an optometry group in Atlanta. Episode page with transcript and more With a strong background in Lean methodology, Ankit has worked a…
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Psychological Safety in Lean Leadership: Insights from Mike Hoseus and Toyota’s Culture
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My guest for Episode #508 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Mike Hoseus, Executive Director of the Center for Quality People and Organizations and President of Lean Culture Enterprises. Episode page with video, transcript, and more He supports organizations in their lean journey, focusing on leadership and cultural aspects of the lean transfor…
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