Paul Akers greets the folks attending the AWS Techtalks. The AWS (Architectural Window Systems) Techtalks are held this year on the 21st July in Melbourne and then the 28th July in Sydney. The conference which is run by AWS is for fabricators of Aluminium Windows and Doors who use AWS as a supplier. It is a opportunity to learn about the new products and updates as well as Lean.

Joe Hinkens, of Mainline Autobody, sent us this video show how Gene saves 37.8 hours a year on one simple improvement!

Filipe Marques, of Torre, shows what to do with all those item you find when you sweep, sort and standardize that don’t belong to you and you don’t know where to put them!

Wow wow wow Jason and Jake you are rock stars! Phenomenal video. This is a great example of respect for people. You Set the bar high with your understanding. You are exceptional leaders well done!!!!! Well done DPR Construction!

A minha esperança é que desfrute da sua jornada Lean tanto como eu desfrutei da minha. A Vida é uma Aventura! Paul A. Akers

Paul Akers send a greeting to Chick-fil-A, a wonderful organization that is currently adopting Lean! For more information on Chick-fil-A Homes, visit their website.

Paul Akers welcomes Homeway Homes to Lean!!! We expect to see great before/after videos soon!

For more information on Homeway Homes, visit their website. For more information on Maxwell Counters, visit their website.

Often when I read books, I’m not quite sure what the author’s main point is, so I find myself racking my brain to figure out what he or she is trying to communicate. This can be frustrating and time-consuming, so when I write, I want my meaning to be as clear as possible.

To make it easier for my readers, I try to include a section that explicitly summarizes it into just one simple concept. For example, in my first book, 2 Second Lean, the goal was to teach the reader to “learn to see waste.” In my second book, Lean Health, I said I wanted you to “treat your body like you would treat a Ferrari.” With Lean Travel, I want to show you how to “travel light and with a grateful heart.”

George Trachilis, of Lean Leadership Institute Submitted 2 Second Lean for The Shingo Research and Professional Publication Award. And it won! “2 Second Lean has joined a distinguished group of recipients that have demonstrated a commitment to promoting Operational Excellence through published works, and we are proud to add this publication to that elite group.”

“By design, the Shingo Awards represent the highest standard of excellence in the world. Not only do your efforts distinguish you as a member of an elite group doing world-class work, you are also changing the world and we are honored to have you with us on the journey.”

We loved their initial feedback!