Based on lessons of real-life firms from different industries that have successfully implemented lean methods, The Going Lean Fieldbook gives you a logical structure and practical advice for creating powerful results that will stand the test of time. Building on the concepts and lessons introduced in Stephen A. Ruffa's groundbreaking Going Lean, this down-to-earth manual, illustrated by compelling cases and clear examples, shows you how to take a closer look at what's really going on in your business. It describes how to move beyond visible waste to the underlying problems that cause it to accumulate, create the necessary insight and buy-in throughout your workforce to drive real transformation, and stay lean even in times of unexpected change.
About the Author, Stephen A. Ruffa
STEPHEN A. RUFFA is an aerospace engineer, researcher, and business consultant specializing in applying lean principles to overcome the challenges of dynamic business conditions. A winner of the Shingo Prize for Excellence in Manufacturing Research, he is the author of Going Lean.
