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LEAN Basics

05/15/2007 - 1:47 pm.
By Susan McClafferty

What is Lean?
 
The concept called “lean management” or “lean thinking” is most commonly associated with Japanese manufacturing, particularly the Toyota Production System (TPS). Much of the TPS way of thinking focuses on improving productivity, eliminating waste, improving the quality of their products, and lowering manufacturing costs. Now these techniques are available to hospitals in the […]

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    Susan McClafferty, is the founding partner of Katsu Partners Inc.

    As an information systems strategist with twenty years of experience solving industry challenges with innovative solutions, Susan has held numerous senior executive roles across diverse industries and has been recognized for her ability to connect local, regional and national communities through enabling technology.

    In partnership with the State of Washington, Susan created the award-winning multi-state AMBER Alert Portal to save the lives of abducted children.
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