Questions & Answers

The aim of having visible and shared question and answer sessions is to provide immediate benefit to everyone by discussing different problems, questions and approaches used around the world, and to unite people who are developing a Lean mindset.
August 9, 2018

How long does it take to implement Lean and to see the benefits?

I read a lot about Lean and I think the philosophy and methodology behind it is great. I agree with the approaches as well. My concern […]
August 9, 2018

How can I influence my friends to think Lean?

When I mentioned Lean philosophy to my friends they smiled and said that they thought there was something wrong with me. They were skeptical as of […]
August 9, 2018

How can I start getting rid of the “old way” mentality?

As I read the chapters it’s becoming obvious that Change Management is heavily involved. At our company there are many people over the age of 50 […]
August 9, 2018

Is there any relationship between Six Sigma Lean and the Lean Fat reduction program?

Is there any relationship between Six Sigma Lean and the Lean Fat reduction program? Does this program also focus on reducing fat and becoming slimmer/leaner? This […]
August 9, 2018

When is it really necessary to implement Lean and change people’s mindsets?

It’s hard to believe that Lean can change a mindset. People have habits and mindsets which are difficult to change. They believe that if something works […]
August 9, 2018

Is there any way to make my daily home duties, especially cooking, more efficient and to save time in that way?

I know this is a kind of strange question but cooking takes most of my time during the day, and I hardly have time for anything […]
August 9, 2018

Is there any best time to start implementing Lean?

Is there any best time to start implementing Lean? You can start implementing Lean at any time. Don’t forget to get buy-in from management before you […]
August 9, 2018

How can I effectively combine my necessary housekeeping with taking care of my kids?

My home is a mess simply because I don’t have time to tidy it. I feel that it’s hopeless to try to achieve the “perfect” home […]
August 9, 2018

Is Lean only for Production and Manufacturing or can it be applied in an office environment as well?

I have heard that Six Sigma Lean is for manufacturing and production, and can only be implemented and used on production sites. I am an office […]