“Single minute exchange of die” (SMED) isn’t just for machines. Your brain is as much an expensive, complex piece of equipment as a traditional factory “monument machine.” Take all possible steps to reduce the downtime due to changeovers. Download PDF
“Sorry about the mess. These are just the cases that came in the last couple of days. The big pile over there? That’s the research project that I’m supposed to be working on.” Megan sighed despairingly and waved her arm, … Continue reading
You might want to reconsider saying yes to the latest project that your boss drops on your desk like a side of beef. Saying no might help you do a better — or at least a faster — job. Turns … Continue reading
Mark Graban’s latest post on Chrysler’s CEO, Sergio Marchionne, reminded me of a recent visit to a client’s R&D facility. Two of the managers bemoaned the incessant demands on their teams. Even as recently as a few years ago they … Continue reading
It’s a little disappointing, really. I really thought I was being so smart and creative. I read Pete Abilla’s recent post about Little’s Law, software development, and queue management, and I thought — “Hey! I bet you could apply this … Continue reading