Sustaining Lean Practices: Navigating the Cultural Shift for Long-Term Organizational Transformation

When it comes to lean practices leading to transformations, many organizations make the mistake of focusing solely on the tools and techniques—the 5S implementations, the value stream mappings, the kaizen events. They treat implementing lean practices as a discrete project or initiative, rather than a fundamental shift in mindset and culture. As a result, the […]
What Happens After CBS Leaves?

Sustaining Success After the Consultants Leave
Imagine your company’s operations are a tangled mess. Then, a team of expert consultants comes in and works their magic. They analyze the problems, identify and eliminate wasteful practices, and implement new, streamlined processes. With the new processes in place, things seem to be moving forward without a hitch. But here’s the harsh reality: operational […]