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This episode is a real rollercoaster of a podcast!

The TRIL Team offer their thoughts on a question about how to start your lean journey if your the leader of a business.

They cover the capabilities required to make highly effective people within your lean organisation.

Also some great questions to ask when trying to establish how effective your processes are.

John offers his view on the differences in approach between Toyota and Honda, whilst Russell discusses another one of his Japanese terms, and exposes Alan for being a 'Poster Boy' ;o)

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John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk

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This episode is jam-packed with tips and stories from our previous lean exploits. Picking up from an audience question, the team quickly get on to the topic of discussing their 'Best' Operator experiences. Also, how lean (if applied effectively) should helping the operator through making life less painful whilst maintaining safety levels and quality product. John discusses his 'Ingot' experience, Alan his 'calm under pressure' employee, whilst Russell reflects on a 'gliding' Japanese operator.

The #TRIL Team then discuss the sharing of best practice and where it works well and not so well. From individual to individual, to plant to plant in a global corporation. The phrase "Buddy" Plant is discussed.

Finally, Russell begins to teach us some Japanese terms that may come in useful!!

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John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk

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This episode continues from the great discussions the team had previously on 5S (or 5C)

Alan, Russell & John reflect on their experiences on 5S activities they've led over the years

• The purpose of 5S
• The real intent of the red tag (which may surprise a few!)
• When red tags are not allowed??
• Pointers on conducting an effective 5S activity
• How 5S supports TPM

Ending the episode with 'Top Tip Time' with Russell.

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John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk

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In this episode, the guys give their views and responses to some of the subscriber questions, including a continuation from our previous episode around 'The Toughest Job'.

Having discussed what the guys have been up to since they last met, the episode primarily focussed on 5S (or 5C, Workplace Organisation, etc). One of the foundations of stabilising and improving your environment. Including a top tip by John!

In addition, topics included baseline assessments to know where to improve (know your constraint), development of personnel (especially team leaders), and scaling SMEs to support their growth.

As ever, the TRIL Team share their experiences on all of the above, and provide some ideas on how to incorporate Lean into all of these to make your business just that little bit better!

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John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk

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In this episode, the guys give their views and responses to some of the subscriber questions, including the power of perspective!

Russell also poses the question on what is the toughest role in an organisation.
Many of you maybe surprised by our responses!!

As ever, the TRIL Team share their experiences on all of the above, and provide some ideas on how to incorporate Lean into all of these to make a business just that little bit better!

Remember that if you want to get involved with your questions, comments, and tips of your own then don't forget to email the podcast at therestislean@gmail.com

John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk

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In this episode, the guys discuss Data and Digital Transformation. From the pitfalls of planning and preparation to simple, low cost alternatives to converting data into accurate information quickly, allowing you to make the right decisions fast!

John tries out his new E-Bike and finds an old photo from his distant past which some of you may recognise!

Russell talks about 'treating problems as treasures' and Alan mentions the varied industries where lean is being applied whilst fending off Russell's 'love' for his retro headphones!

Remember that if you want to get involved with your questions, comments, and tips of your own then don't forget to email the podcast at therestislean@gmail.com

John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk

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In this episode, the guys find out that the podcast is gaining global reach and they take some Q&A from the audience.

They also offer their take on the importance of starting your shift well and how to make your start of shift briefs as effective as possible.

Last but certainly not least, don't miss Alan's rant about a recent airport check-in experience!!

Don't forget to email the podcast at therestislean@gmail.com

John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk

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In this Episode, the boys discuss amoungst other things, The culture challenges and advantages of working on Night shifts. Also we look at the importance of avoiding departmental or 'Silo' mentality.
Russel also shares a top tip for our subscribers to try.

If you want dry, facts or lessons on the use of Lean tools, you may need to look elsewhere. But if you are up for a laugh, and want to enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at how lean really works from 3 guys who have dedicated more than 25 years each to the topic, then this may be the podcast for you.

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John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. john@dee.uk.net
Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. alan.lothian@aaabel.co.uk
Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. russell@sempai.co.uk