Number 83 – Caution: Practice Makes Permanent Audie Penn, March 25, 2024July 22, 2025 Apply one or more lean tools on project-based improvement efforts. Practitioners: tactical, integrative, and strategic Practice Makes Permanent One can fall prey to tunnel vision if the solution under development seems to have significant reach. For example, “We got it all with this idea!” This statement is a trap. We… Continue Reading
one80too! Audie Penn, March 15, 2024July 22, 2025 182 Critical Concepts for Operating Executives Practicing Operational Excellence My operational excellence journey began in 1991 when I participated in a joint project lead by Japanese sensei Nakao-san of Shingijutsu fame. I had no idea then what that simple experience would create. I have practiced and learned with more sensei… Continue Reading