
Pillar VIII: Take Risks ◾ 373
Pillar VIII: Case Study 1
With Calculated Risks, Come Great Rewards
A RISK TAKEN BY TEAM DURING A KAIZEN PROJECT
In t r o d u c t I o n
This case study is about risk taken by a team during a Kaizen project.
ch a l l e n g e
One of the most challenging Kaizen projects I have lead as a consultant
was at a company manufacturing products for the housing industry.
This was just the second event on their lean journey.
SI t u a t I o n
The diverse team consisted of 12 members—some from management,
some from facilities, and other supervisors and operators. The leader of
the team selected was a 6-ft. 6-in. gentle giant who was ...