In this episode we sit down with Mark Graban—Lean expert, award-winning author, and host of My Favorite Mistake—to explore how technology is reshaping Lean and continuous improvement.
Lean isn’t just about Kanban boards and 5S anymore. With AI, automation, and real-time analytics, businesses now have more data than ever—but are they using it effectively? Mark shares why psychological safety, leadership, and culture remain critical, even as we embrace Industry 5.0.
We dive into:
The risks of “dashboard overload”—why more data isn’t always better
How AI & automation can support (not replace) human problem-solving
Why psychological safety is the missing link in digital transformation
The shift from traditional Lean tools to tech-enabled continuous improvement
Mark is touring Australia in March for a Lean & Tech roadshow with AME, visiting Geelong, Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, Brisbane, and Auckland. If you want to see where Lean is heading next, check out AME’s event page.
🎧 Listen now to discover how to future-proof your Lean strategy!
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