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Jim Lewis has worked in the furniture industry for 40 years with a special emphasis on facilitating the transformation process for businesses embracing the Lean Business Model. Jim’s company, The Center for Lean Learning, is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI, with an office in St. Thomas, ON, Canada. He is a consultant, author, and writer. Jim’s books include, “The Journey to Excellence – Successfully Applying Lean Thinking in Your Business,” “A Testament to Lean Thinking – Cases for Change,” and a series of ebooklets under the main title “Applying Lean Thinking.” The books are in ebook format and are available through all major ebook retailers and through smashwords.com.
Applying lean thinking to your marketing strategy starts with building credibility.
How to begin the lean journey
Taking the right first steps will give you a better chance of success in improving your business.
By
Jim Lewis,
November 4, 2012 | 6:00 pm CST
Getting work in progress under control
Applying 5S techniques to WIP can yield dramatic results.
By
Jim Lewis,
October 4, 2012 | 7:00 pm CDT
Moving toward lean self-sustainment
Small improvements reap big rewards as Brad moves forward on his lean journey.
By
Jim Lewis,
September 4, 2012 | 7:00 pm CDT
Managing a growth period
One company experiences growing pains on its lean journey while another builds a team to compete with Asian imports.
By
Jim Lewis,
August 2, 2012 | 7:00 pm CDT
Smoothing bumps in the road to lean
It’s normal for companies to encounter obstacles in the lean journey.
By
Jim Lewis,
July 10, 2012 | 7:00 pm CDT
A road map for your lean journey
Even with plenty of research and enthusiasm, you will likely need a guide to help in your lean transformation.
By
Jim Lewis,
June 11, 2012 | 7:00 pm CDT
What makes lean successful?
Dedicated commitment to continuous improvement transforms custom manufacturer.
By
Jim Lewis,
May 7, 2012 | 7:00 pm CDT
More cases for lean change
Examining three shops with a flawed perception of what lean manufacturing should be.
By
Jim Lewis,
March 13, 2012 | 7:00 pm CDT
Why lean? Increased efficiency, stakeholder value
Lean thinking means more than increased efficiency; it boosts stakeholder value, too.
By
Jim Lewis,
February 8, 2012 | 6:00 pm CST