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The world is shifting rapidly, but how should Lean Thinking adapt to it? The good news is that we don’t need new inventions. Our existing principles and methods remain strong. But in a world where new challenges appear suddenly and instability reigns, we do need to speed up the clock, embracing kaikaku (dramatic change), kaizen, and daily management. Jim will explain why lean organizations should balance quick responses with a deep understanding of the situation, as Toyota’s diverse strategy with low-carbon vehicles demonstrates.
The world is shifting rapidly, but how should Lean Thinking adapt to it? The good news is that we don’t need new inventions. Our existing principles and methods remain strong. But in a world where new challenges appear suddenly and instability reigns, we do need to speed up the clock, embracing kaikaku (dramatic change), kaizen, and daily management. Jim will explain why lean organizations should balance quick responses with a deep understanding of the situation, as Toyota’s diverse strategy with low-carbon vehicles demonstrates.
