{"product_id":"leading-the-lean-initiative","title":"Leading the Lean Initiative","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn his latest offering, John Davis tackles the \"human\" side of a lean initiative -- cultivating a lean culture and gaining employee buy-in. How managers deal with these issues will ultimately determine their success.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLeading the Lean Initiative: Straight Talk on Cultivating Support and Buy-in\u003c\/i\u003e shows you how to lead a lean effort and effectively manage change. It is a practical manual for the new manager. Though directed at plant managers, and specifically those new to their jobs, this book benefits anyone taking on a leadership role. Davis provides complete direction on the crucial first steps and advise on competently responding to the \"unknown and unexpected.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn addition the book covers how to:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain the respect and active support of the workforce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork effectively with unions and customers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a culture for change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActively seek out key people in your organization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiplomatically buck the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtend lean to the entire enterprise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelop and effectively earmark your plan for operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCultivate a winning relationship with your boss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeal with major setbacks in business conditions.\u003cp\u003eThroughout the text, Davis weaves the story of Jim Warring, a plant manager who is new to the job, detailing his frustrations, challenges, and accomplishments, and how he handles the daily responsibilities of a plant manager. At the end of each chapter, Davis rates Warring on how he performed in his role as plant manager and as a leader of the plant's lean initiative by presenting \"The Warring Scorecard.\" Davis points out where he succeeded, and where he made some serious mistakes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLeading the Lean Initiative: Straight Talk on Cultivating Support and Buy-in\u003c\/i\u003e, is a valuable resource or all managers in any industry. This book will show you how to effectively lead in your organization and how to cultivate a cooperative environment.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54979398304088,"sku":"9781563272479","price":72.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/1295\/4195\/files\/9781563272479_74584107-6e3a-42ea-aeb1-febbd0e47110.jpg?v=1770347748","url":"https:\/\/agendabookshop.com\/products\/leading-the-lean-initiative","provider":"Agenda Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}