SZN1: Taking a Lean Leap of Faith Toward Digital Transformation, 371

Many companies strive to move toward digital transformation. Some struggle with the process. Others—like JJR Fabrication—see remarkable results. They’ve seen enormous efficiency and throughput improvements by embracing digital workflows while ensuring the physical side of their shop is in full alignment.  This includes doing things like lean manufacturing work, Kaizen activities, and really embracing the ProShop way of doing things. Kevin Richards and Lynne DuBose from JJR Fabrication join us in this episode of MakingChips to share how their leap toward a digital transformation was a game-changer for their business.  Because if you’re not being efficient, you’re not making chips, and if you’re not making chips, you’re not making money. BAM! – Paul Van Metre Segments [0:12] Learn more about Netsuite by Oracle [4:44] Lessons for manufacturing leaders [7:47] Introducing Kevin Richards and Lynne DuBose [11:09] How I met Kevin and Lynn [12:41] Making the transition to ProShop [20:20] The physical changes they’ve implemented [24:17] The premise of the book “2 Second Lean” [27:25] Why they implemented a morning meeting [29:16] Creating a thoughtful pre-production checklist [35:47] 4 Lessons for a successful digital transformation [37:33] The Lean Setup Guide from ProShop Resources mentioned on this episode Netsuite by Oracle ProShop ERP The Machine Shop Mastery podcast JJR Fabrication Connect with Lynne DuBose on LinkedIn Connect with Kevin Richards on LinkedIn 2 Second Lean by Paul Akers Connect With MakingChips www.MakingChips.com On Facebook On LinkedIn On Instagram On Twitter On YouTube

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