The Secret of Lean: It's Not About Tools, It's About People
People see lean as a collection of methods and tools designed to make a process more efficient. While these are certainly important, they are not the "secret" to lean's enduring power
How can businesses measure the effects of implementing a Lean Programme
Businesses can measure the effects of a lean program by tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) related to the core principles of lean: eliminating waste, improving quality, and increasing efficiency.
The CEO Factor: Why Leadership Commitment is Non-Negotiable for Lean
Lean manufacturing isn't a new piece of machinery or a software upgrade; it's a fundamental change in an organisation's culture. For this transformation to succeed, it must be driven from the very top.
The Lean Imperative: Why SMEs Can't Afford to Ignore It
Many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) mistakenly believe that lean is only for larger manufacturing businesses. They think it requires massive investment, a huge workforce, and complex systems that are out of their reach. This is a myth.
"The Power of Measurement: KPIs and Performance Management in a Lean Six Sigma Business”
Why is measurement and key performance indicators and how can performance management in a lean business create real benefit.
"AI, Industry 4.0, and the Prerequisite of Lean Six Sigma for Digital Transformation”
AI, Industry 4.0 and the pre requisite of lean six sigma for digital transformation
"From Insight to Action: Building Your Digitalisation Roadmap with Purpose"
What is digitalisation, how it is important for SMEs, what a digital roadmap and how the Pembroke Way can help develop and implement the digitalisation roadmap.
"Building Your Roadmap: Why Every SME Needs a Strategy – The Pembroke Way"
This article explores why every SME needs a strategy, what a strategy is, the process of creating one, and how The Pembroke Way can facilitate this.
At a Glance - Lean Management Explained
In this latest Pembroke Alliance article we share some insights into the discipline of Lean Management, the core principles, and how we have delivered significant results for clients using Lean Management processes.
The Six Pillars of Business: Foundations for Sustainable Success and Ireland's Perspective
In the modern, ever-evolving business landscape, success hinges on understanding and effectively implementing the six pillars of business.