#operations management

Do “lean manufacturing” gurus actually solve problems, or just create new ones for the sake of methodology?

How long does it really take to get a factory floor running smoothly from scratch?

Does anyone else think lean manufacturing is getting overapplied these days?

Is lean manufacturing overhyped for small operations?

Should industrial engineers stop chasing innovation and just focus on making existing systems more reliable?

What's your take on lean manufacturing being oversold to small shops?