Ilka Ross’ Post

An important takeaway from Timken's approach to Lean Transformation is that an infrastructure needs to be provided for acheiving a culture change. This has been effectvely highlighted by Robert Schoenberger in a recent IndustryWeek article. What caught my attention is that a Help Chain is required to escalate problem solving based on resolution time by providing technical and managerial support. This itself sends out a message that the organization is serious about continuous improvement! #lean #A3problemsolving

Change is a journey, and every step we take towards improvement defines our growth. When it comes to safety and service quality, they aren’t just goals—they are ongoing commitments that shape culture, practices, and outcomes.

Important thing is Execution of the Idea... Operational Excellence...

5 Steps for Sustaining a Lean Culture - Operational efficiency is a lifestyle, not a journey with a destination or finish line.: https://ow.ly/9A4k50S9RGG

Exciting news to share! Our team has just wrapped up a transformative kaizen Event initiative. 🌟 By embracing the spirit of continuous improvement, we've optimized our workflows, eliminated waste, and achieved remarkable results. This accomplishment underscores our collective commitment to excellence and innovation. Huge appreciation to all team members for their hard work and dedication throughout this journey! 🚀 #Kaizen #ContinuousImprovement #TeamWork #Transformation"

Efficiency isn’t just in the execution; it’s in the selection and prioritization.

we should follow the path of ideas, execution and consistency in the right way so that the desired results can be achieved with great efficiency and effectiveness...💯

Sometimes you aren't going to be given a polished product. It's going to take time and effort to put the final touches on a process, program, procedure. In today's dynamic work environment, merely surviving the process isn't enough. It's about thriving by continuously improving the process. Why settle for mediocrity when we can strive for excellence? By focusing on process improvement, we enhance efficiency, streamline operations, and ultimately drive greater success for our teams and organizations. Embracing a culture of continuous improvement empowers us to innovate, adapt to change, and deliver superior results. Let's shift our mindset from mere survival to proactive enhancement, because the journey towards excellence is where true success lies. #ProcessImprovement #Excellence #ContinuousImprovement

Success way through continuous improvement. How important is the partnership between areas and teams...

Thank you, IndustryWeek, for sharing this insightful article. The concept of Lean as a lifestyle choice is truly disruptive. It revolutionizes the way people interact and tackle challenges. Witnessing the positive change in people is both exciting and refreshing. At the Maryland World Class Consortia, Ltd. Lean Peer Group meetings, Dave Rizzardo and I regularly discuss this topic. #lean #leanleadership #industryweek #leanmaryland #mwcc #mdmfg