I've received several requests to provide all of the links to posts on my recent Japan trip on one page, so here they are. I still have a few more potential "lessons" posts bouncing around in my head, and if they see the light of day I'll add them to this page as well.
Factory Tour Reports
- Day 1: Toyota Kyushu (The Manufacturing Ballet)
- Day 2: Saishunkan Cosmetics (Customer Service Trumps a Factory)
- Day 3: TOTO Faucets (Cells, Cells, and More Cells)
- Day 4: Electronics contract manufacturer (5S Gone Wild)
Lessons From Japan
- Stand for Action
- Harmony, Chaos, & Ruthlessness
- The Speed of Change
- Rapid, Disciplined Problem Escalation
Implementing the Lessons
Kyle Hanson (@discipleleader) says
Kevin,
Thank you for this summary. This has been some of the most enjoyable, inspiring and challenging reading I’ve done in a while.
Blessings on you and your passion for excellence.
Kyle