Episode 60: You Can Be Lean and Creative

About this episode

Experts discuss how the Shingo Model fosters innovation and creativity within organizations, challenging the notion that Lean practices hinder these qualities.

In this session, innovation excellence experts Norbert Majerus and Brian Abraham explore how the Shingo Model extends beyond Lean, serving as a powerful framework for building cultures where creativity and innovation thrive. Challenging the common belief that Lean stifles innovation, the presenters share insights and experiences that reveal the true barrier: organizational culture. After uncovering how fear of failure, misaligned leadership, and rigid processes often limit innovation, they re...

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Guests: Norbert Majerus, Brian Abraham

Topics covered

• Lean
• innovation
• organizational culture
• creativity
• Shingo Model

Keywords

• Lean
• innovation
• Shingo Model
• organizational culture
• creativity
• fear of failure
• leadership

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Shingo Institute, Jon M. Huntsman School of Business at Utah State University

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