The concept of ‘Portfolio Gridlock’ highlights a common challenge in continuous improvement: attempting to tackle too many projects simultaneously with limited resources. This enthusiasm, while
Of all the things you can spend money on in your business, people alone are the ones that can generate ongoing value. That’s why we
🎯 Every department in a business has its definition of success. Quality, maintenance, production, and design each aim for distinct milestones. But while individual success
🌱For mature businesses with a rich improvement culture, the surface-level issues are usually addressed. Delving deeper is imperative. It’s not about expecting clear answers but
Are monthly meetings not giving you the results you desire? Erica introduces Kaizen events, an intensive approach to swiftly address and resolve business
Popping the hood on the business From a passion 12 years ago to tangible impacts today. Erica dives deep into businesses, tuning them using lean
There are times when your only option to solve a problem in your business is an external subject matter expert: someone you bring in to
Here’s what I wish love more business leaders understood: When you start embracing an improvement culture, the results you can realize are serious, and powerful.
Optimize before you maximize // When asked what they need to improve their processes, some employees say: “We need to add more people!”. In
About Onward Business Mechanics // To anyone I haven’t met already, please allow me to introduce myself! My name is Erica, and I am the
Onward Business Mechanics Inc. is a Waterloo, Canada-based organization driving operational changes that matter to industry leaders since 2011.
