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The Gold Mine: A Novel Of Lean Turnaround
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The Gold Mine: A Novel Of Lean Turnaround Deftly Weaves Together The Technical And Human Pieces Of Implementing Lean Manufacturing In An Engaging Story That Readers Will Find Both Compelling And Instructive. Authors Freddy And Michael Ball Have Produced The First Integrated And Systematic Approach To A Set Of Ideas That Have Maximized Value And Minimized Waste Throughout The World. At The Heart Of The Gold Mine Is Bob Woods, A Curmudgeonly Sensei Coaxed Out Of Retirement By His Son Mike To Help Boyhood Friend Phil Jenkinson Save His Struggling Company. Despite Terrific Products And A Backlog Of Orders, Phils Company Cannot Generate Enough Cash From Its Operations To Pay Its Bills. And So Mike Enlists Bob To Help His Pal Fix This Crisis.Youre Trying To Deal With Your Mess As If It Was A Technical Problem, Bob Tells Phil. Move This Machine Here, Change This Design There, Which It Is To Some Extent, But ? Its All About People. You Have A Leadership Problem Not Just A Production Or Business Problem. As Phil Begins To Tackle The Key Challenges Necessary To Improve His Companys Operations, He Comes To Understand The Deeper Points Of Lean. Readers Will Also Draw Powerful Insights From His Journey.The Gold Mine Presents All The Key Lean Principles, Ranging From Wellknown Ideas Such As Pull And Flow, To Lesserknown Yet Equally Important Principles Such As Jidoka And Heijunka. The Book Also Reveals Lean As A Systemusing A Realistic Story To Show How The Principles Are Interrelated And How They Lead To Useful Tools Such As Kanban Or 5S.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Gold Mine: A Novel of Lean Turnaround' about? A: 'The Gold Mine' is a novel that combines storytelling with the principles of lean manufacturing. It follows Bob Woods, a retired sensei, who helps his friend Phil Jenkinson save his struggling company by addressing both technical and human aspects of lean implementation.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Freddy and Michael Ballé, who are known for their expertise in lean management and manufacturing.
- Q: What are the key themes explored in the book? A: The book explores themes such as leadership challenges, the importance of people in business operations, and key lean principles like pull, flow, jidoka, and heijunka.
- Q: How long is 'The Gold Mine'? A: 'The Gold Mine' contains 360 pages, providing an in-depth look at lean principles through a narrative format.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition, ensuring that it is readable and intact.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Gold Mine' is available in paperback binding, which is lightweight and flexible, making it easy to carry.
- Q: When was 'The Gold Mine' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 2005.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'The Gold Mine' is categorized under Short Stories, reflecting its narrative-driven approach to conveying business principles.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in lean management? A: Yes, the engaging story and clear explanations of lean principles make it suitable for beginners as well as those experienced in lean management.
- Q: What insights can readers gain from this book? A: Readers can gain insights into the interrelation of lean principles, practical tools like kanban and 5S, and the importance of addressing leadership and cultural challenges in operational improvements.