Adaptive Operational Strategies for Varied Ownership Part IV: Thriving in Wierd Web of Publicly Traded Companies with Jabil
Explore Jabil’s cultural keys to success in publicly traded companies. Learn strategies for engineers, operations managers, and consultants to excel in innovation, operational excellence, and strategic adaptability.
Adaptive Operational Strategies for Varied Ownership Part III: Threading the Needle Private Equity Owned Business- How Elevate Raised the Bar
Discover how Elevate Textiles thrives under private equity ownership. Uncover strategies for success, from operational restructuring to a “what can we do today” mindset, with practical tips for professionals.
Adaptive Operational Strategies for Varied Ownership Part II: H-E-B Achieving the American Dream of Private Ownership Business - Texas Style
Dive into H-E-B’s vertical integration success and uncover strategies for engineers, operations managers, and consultants in private companies. Learn how to excel with Texas-sized innovation and grit.
Adaptive Operational Strategies for Varied Ownership Part I; Pick Your Poison: Private, PE, or Publicly Traded
Private, PE, or public companies—which one’s your career match? Discover practical strategies to choose your path and succeed—tailored for engineers, managers, and consultants, straight to the point.
Maximizing Value: A Hands-On Approach to Manufacturing Excellence
In manufacturing, value is the ultimate currency—but unlocking it requires more than a well-crafted plan. Too often, consultants deliver strategies that look great on paper but fall short in practice, leaving companies to navigate execution alone. My approach is different. As a consultant, I’m driven by one goal: maximizing value, regardless of your business’s structure or stage of lean cultural adoption. Whether you’re a lean powerhouse or just stepping into transformation, my hands-on methodology is a recipe for success you can grasp—and see through to results.
I structure my services into three core areas—Lean Manufacturing & Process Optimization Consulting, Capital Project Management & Facility Upgrades, and Data Analytics & Automation for Operational Efficiency—because they directly improve your bottom line. Unlike traditional consultants who might only recommend resources, I provide options: options for resourcing when needed, and the option for me to roll up my sleeves and take on the work myself. My passion lies in turning opportunities into action, delivering measurable improvements that stick.
The Missing Ingredient in Lean Initiatives: Self-Awareness
Lean manufacturing has revolutionized industries worldwide, promising increased efficiency, reduced waste, and improved profitability. From automotive giants to small-scale manufacturers, the allure of lean principles—rooted in eliminating waste and optimizing processes—has driven countless organizations to adopt these strategies. But what happens when these initiatives are implemented without a critical eye on their own impact? Too often, corporate lean programs are rolled out as top-down mandates, leaving organizations to grapple with unintended consequences and diminishing returns. In this post, we’ll explore why self-awareness is the missing ingredient in many lean initiatives—and how a more thoughtful, measured approach can transform not just processes, but entire businesses.