Kaizen Institute Western Europe

Mark your calendars for the 2nd edition of the "Lean Journeys: Global Stories" on November 21st at 2 pm EST: https://lnkd.in/dPy3U4nb We will dive into developing a #ContinuousImprovement culture, Lean success stories, future trends, digital Transformation, #corporatesustainability, and more! Our panel of speakers includes Paul Winkley, Plant Manager at Mallard Creek Polymers, Thomas Morris, Divisional Group Kaizen Manager at Multimatic, and Larry Johnson, Head of Operational Excellence, North America at Ofi (former role). The journey into the future of #Lean starts here! Register now: https://lnkd.in/dPy3U4nb

CEOs are essential in guiding their companies toward #continuousimprovement and success. A #CEO Kaizen Event represents a short-term initiative led by an organization’s highest levels of leadership to drive significant improvements within a specific business area. What sets a #CEOKaizenEvent apart is top management’s direct, hands-on involvement in identifying, analyzing, and solving operational challenges. Discover how embracing a #continuousimprovement mindset can lead to remarkable #organizationalchange and position your company for long-lasting success: https://hubs.ly/Q02WbxSG0

#ArtificialIntelligence (AI) is redefining the paradigms of discrete #manufacturing, promising major transformations in the industrial landscape. AI has impacted product development, production, maintenance, quality management, and many other processes. The application of #AI in the discrete manufacturing industry is transforming how products are designed, produced, inspected, and distributed. However, the possibilities are endless. AI offers innovative solutions to various industry challenges, increasing process efficiency, quality, and flexibility. The opportunities for the use of AI continue to grow and show no signs of slowing down. At Kaizen Institute we believe that the collaboration between #Lean Thinking and cutting-edge technologies like Business Analytics and AI is crucial. These tools empower organizations to stay ahead of the curve and proactively shape their industries’ future. We tailor strategies, from targeted enhancements to restructuring your business model.

How is your business shaping the future of our planet?   Understanding your #carbonfootprint has become essential for businesses today. It aligns with societal expectations and drives long-term success. By assessing your #environmentalimpact, you can enhance reputation, attract investment, and ensure compliance.   Discover how to measure your carbon footprint and the benefits it brings to your organization.

The #aerospaceindustry has long been at the forefront of innovation and quality control, constantly striving for excellence in manufacturing and operations. A recent case study highlights how the implementation of Six Sigma methodology can lead to significant improvements in quality and cost reduction for aerospace suppliers. This aerospace Tier 1 supplier faced high non-quality costs due to recurring defects in their production process. Using the #SixSigmamethodology, the company implemented a structured approach to identify and address root causes, focusing on data-driven analysis and process control. At #Kaizen Institute, we simplify complex challenges, navigating the layered dimensions of the aerospace industry with strategic foresight.

Fueled by innovation and resource optimization, the synthetic #rubberindustry operates at the forefront of #technologicalprogress. In an increasingly competitive market, the industry faces the challenge of maintaining high standards while adapting swiftly to changing demands and stringent regulations. In this case study, a global leader in the synthetic rubber market, with production centers in Spain, Mexico, and China, embarked on a Global Lean Project to address inefficiencies such as high waste, long changeover times, and equipment breakdowns. Through structured problem-solving, #Kaizen events, and energy/resource optimization, the company implemented strategic improvements across its operations. Explore the results of implementing a #continuousimprovement model across this company, where overall #operationalefficiency and effectiveness significantly increased: https://hubs.ly/Q02W95bS0

¡No te pierdas el próximo curso avanzado en Lean Management, que estamos co-organizado con Galicia Food Cluster ! 💡 Desde el 13 de noviembre, será una oportunidad única para que los profesionales de la industria alimentaria mejoren su eficiencia operativa mediante la aplicación práctica de los principios #Lean y la #metodologíaKaizen. ¡Te esperamos! Las plazas son limitadas, ¡así que regístrate ahora para reservar tu plaza! https://lnkd.in/dq-3Fysx

In this episode of the Leaders in CI Community podcast, Sanchay Roy, GM of Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering at Shell and Stewart Dunbar, Business Opportunity Lead at Shell delve into the opportunities for #operationalexcellence and #continuousimprovement in the oil and gas industry. Both guests addressed current industry challenges including MRO #supplychains, geopolitical and economic factors, and the repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic, four years later. Read the full article to learn how Roy and Dunbar's experiences and challenges inspired their book Improving Supply Chains in the Oil and Gas Industry: https://hubs.ly/Q02W8rLB0

Recordamos os momentos do #DiadaLiteracia na Escola do Cerco! 📚 Neste dia a equipa do projeto #KaizenEducation celebrou a importância da literacia com os alunos do 5º ano da Escola do Cerco e as suas famílias. Juntos, continuamos a transformar o percurso escolar de cada aluno, com um impacto visível no seu envolvimento nas atividades escolares assim como na sua performance académica. A implementação de ferramentas #Kaizen em contexto escolar promovem um ambiente de aprendizagem mais dinâmico e efetivo.

Gracias a Galicia Food Cluster por invitarnos a formar parte del segundo bloque de presentaciones en el #Demoday de Innovación y Proyectos Empresariales. Fue un placer compartir nuestras metodologías de #mejoracontinua y cómo estas pueden aplicarse al sector alimentario, optimizando procesos y elevando la competitividad en un mercado tan dinámico. La colaboración en eventos como este es clave para seguir impulsando la #innovación en Galicia y fortaleciendo a nuestras empresas en el #sectoralimentario. ¡Esperamos seguir creando sinergias y oportunidades de crecimiento juntos!