The Rest is Lean

By: Alan Lothian John Dee Russell Watkins
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  • Summary

  • The Rest is Lean Channel is a light-hearted and educational look at how to make businesses better through Lean Manufacturing and Operational Excellence.

    Suited for all levels of understanding and from any industry or geographical region.

    John, Alan & Russell are time-served lean professionals with over 30 years each in this field. Leading and coaching some of the best businesses from SMEs to multi-nationals.

    Trained by some of the highest calibre Japanese masters from Toyota(one step from Ohno himself), Honda and Nissan , we want to share our experiences with you, allowing some of these 'pearls of wisdom' to help make your business processes, people, and profitability that little bit better each day.

    We welcome your comments, questions, and guidance on future discussion topics so feel free to drop us a line via the comments section or via email.

    therestislean@gmail.com

    Oh, and don't forget to subscribe!!
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Episodes
  • Podcast 8 'A Dose of 5S Part 2' aka When is a red tag NOT a red tag?

    Podcast 8 'A Dose of 5S Part 2' aka When is a red tag NOT a red tag?
    Feb 10 2025

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    This episode continues from the great discussions the team had previously on 5S (or 5C)

    Alan, Russell & John reflect on their experiences on 5S activities they've led over the years

    • The purpose of 5S
    • The real intent of the red tag (which may surprise a few!)
    • When red tags are not allowed??
    • Pointers on conducting an effective 5S activity
    • How 5S supports TPM


    Ending the episode with 'Top Tip Time' with Russell.

    Remember that if you want to get involved with your questions, comments, and tips of your own then don't forget to email the podcast at therestislean@gmail.com or drop us a comment below.

    Oh and don't forget to subscribe and feel free to share with anyone else you know who maybe interested!!

    John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
    Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
    Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk
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    45 mins
  • Podcast 7 'A Dose of 5S?' aka It's a model not a script!

    Podcast 7 'A Dose of 5S?' aka It's a model not a script!
    Jan 26 2025

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    In this episode, the guys give their views and responses to some of the subscriber questions, including a continuation from our previous episode around 'The Toughest Job'.

    Having discussed what the guys have been up to since they last met, the episode primarily focussed on 5S (or 5C, Workplace Organisation, etc). One of the foundations of stabilising and improving your environment. Including a top tip by John!

    In addition, topics included baseline assessments to know where to improve (know your constraint), development of personnel (especially team leaders), and scaling SMEs to support their growth.

    As ever, the TRIL Team share their experiences on all of the above, and provide some ideas on how to incorporate Lean into all of these to make your business just that little bit better!

    Remember that if you want to get involved with your questions, comments, and tips of your own then don't forget to email the podcast at therestislean@gmail.com or drop us a comment below.

    Oh I don't forget to subscribe and feel free to share with anyone else you know who maybe interested!!

    John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
    Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
    Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk
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    45 mins
  • Podcast 6 'The Well Meant Intent' aka The Toughest Job (and how to help)

    Podcast 6 'The Well Meant Intent' aka The Toughest Job (and how to help)
    Jan 23 2025

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    In this episode, the guys give their views and responses to some of the subscriber questions, including the power of perspective!

    Russell also poses the question on what is the toughest role in an organisation.
    Many of you maybe surprised by our responses!!

    As ever, the TRIL Team share their experiences on all of the above, and provide some ideas on how to incorporate Lean into all of these to make a business just that little bit better!

    Remember that if you want to get involved with your questions, comments, and tips of your own then don't forget to email the podcast at therestislean@gmail.com

    John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
    Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
    Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk
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    49 mins

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