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Benjamin A. Wilcox

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Blog posts : "lean thinking"

Walking the Path to Operational Excellence: Gemba Walks

Have you ever wondered if what you think is happening in your organization matches what's occurring on the front lines? Too often, leaders rely on reports, metrics, and second-hand information to make decisions from their chairs, behind desks, and in conference rooms. However, there's a better way, a powerful concept that can transform your understanding and awareness, while engaging your workforce: Introducing The Gemba Walk.

What is a Gemba Walk?

"Gemba" is a Japanese term meaning "t…

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A Fresh Look at Modern Project Management

In today's fast-paced business environment, the way we manage many of our projects needs a serious update. While traditional project management served us well for decades, modern business demands require something more dynamic... something more... Agile.

Traditional project management is like planning a cross-country road trip months in advance, with every stop and meal scheduled. It focuses on detailed upfront planning with extensive documentation, sequential phases, fixed requirements, …

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Scrum...Not just in a Game, Not just for Software Companies.

What is Scrum, how does it fit within the Agile Project Management framework, what is the relationship with Lean principles, and what is a Scrum Master?

Compared to traditional project management, which often results in long development cycles, rigid processes, and limited adaptability, Agile prioritizes collaboration and continuous improvement, making it ideal for dynamic environments. Though rooted in software development, Agile has gained popularity and expanded across diverse sectors…

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