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Jan 19, 2026

Takt Time vs. Cycle Time: Understanding the Heartbeat of Your Factory

Master your UK factory's heartbeat. This guide demystifies Takt Time vs. Cycle Time with simple formulas to fix bottlenecks, reduce WIP, and create a smooth, predictable production flow.

Jan 12, 2026

The £50,000 Question Kevin Didn’t Ask: Why Your Lean Program is Failing in Silence

Your best Lean tool is your team's voice. If they're silent, you're losing money. Learn how to build psychological safety to boost quality, prevent accidents & truly drive improvement.

Dec 11, 2025

3 Daily Habits That Shift Your Factory from Reactive Chaos to Proactive Control

Stop the daily factory firefighting! Implement 3 simple, 10-minute habits to shift your Manufacturing business from chaos to Proactive Control. Practical operational change for UK SMEs & Shop Floor Leaders.

Nov 25, 2025

Why Smart People Still Fail: The Hidden Architecture of High-Performing Teams

Unlock your team's potential. Discover the 5 core pillars of high-performing teams: from creating a shared purpose and aligning stakeholders to building trust and psychological safety.

Nov 17, 2025

Stop Wasting Time in Meetings: The 2-Minute Fix That Actually Gets Things Done

Tired of meetings that go nowhere? Learn the 2-minute habit using two simple questions that guarantees every discussion ends with clear actions, owners, and deadlines. Start turning talk into action.

Nov 10, 2025

The “Empty Chair” Technique: Instantly Shift Your Team’s Focus from ‘What We Do’ to ‘Who We Serve’

Boost customer focus with the "Empty Chair" technique. Learn how this simple, free method used by Amazon can instantly reorient your team's thinking and drive meaningful innovation in meetings.