Why Didn't They Follow the Standard Work Unveiling the Importance of Toyota Kata -

Описание: In Episode 498 of the Lean Blog Interviews podcast, host Mark Graban speaks with Jeff Liker, Professor Emeritus from the University of Michigan and President of Liker Lean Advisors. Jeff, renowned for his seminal works in the Toyota Way series, delves into the essential aspects of learning from mistakes within the framework of Toyota's lean methodologies.

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Key Takeaways:
Investigating Root Causes: Jeff emphasizes the importance of asking the right questions to get to the root cause of why standard work wasn't followed, rather than jumping to conclusions or placing blame.
Threshold of Knowledge: Referencing Mike Rother's concept from "Toyota Kata," Jeff discusses the idea of a threshold of knowledge, highlighting the need to investigate and understand the deeper reasons behind mistakes.
Learning from Mistakes: The conversation underscores how Toyota’s approach focuses on continuous improvement and learning from mistakes to enhance processes and systems.
About Jeff Liker:
Jeff Liker is Professor Emeritus at the University of Michigan, President of Liker Lean Advisors, and the author of the highly acclaimed Toyota Way series. His work focuses on lean thinking, operational excellence, and organizational culture.

About the Host:
Mark Graban is an esteemed author, speaker, and consultant specializing in Lean methodologies and continuous improvement. Through his Lean Blog Interviews podcast, Mark shares insights and stories from industry experts to help listeners understand and apply lean principles in their own work.

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