#lean principles

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What Are the 7 Lean Principles? Understanding the Core of Lean Thinking

Many professionals ask, what are the 7 Lean principles? These fundamental concepts guide organizations toward greater efficiency and value creation. The principles include: 1) Eliminate Waste, 2) Build Quality In, 3) Create Knowledge, 4) Defer Commitment, 5) Deliver Fast, 6) Respect People, and 7) Optimize the Whole. Each principle focuses on reducing unnecessary steps, encouraging innovation, and delivering higher value to customers.

Understanding what the 7 Lean principles are helps businesses build stronger processes, empower teams, and stay competitive in changing markets. Organizations across industries apply these principles to improve production, enhance service delivery, and drive continuous improvement.

[lostconsultants]

How to Identify and Eliminate Waste in Software Development for Maximum Efficiency

Tired of inefficiencies slowing down your software projects? In my latest post, I dive into how to identify and eliminate waste in software development to boost your team’s productivity and deliver maximum value.

In software development, the goal is simple: deliver valuable features to users as quickly and efficiently as possible. Still, every team, no matter how skilled, encounters waste—those sneaky inefficiencies that slow down progress and dilute value. Whether you’re working in an Agile environment or a traditional setup, identifying and eliminating waste is crucial for maintaining momentum and…

[wiselearner]

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training and Certification

[michellesanches]

Boost Efficiency

Efficiency is the lifeblood of any successful business. It’s about achieving more with less, streamlining processes and, ultimately, increasing productivity and profitability. Whether you’re a start-up founder, a small business owner or managing a large organisation, these practical steps should assist in boosting efficiency in your business. ProcessesStep 1: AuditPlanning for where you want to…

[chester-i-hardly-know-her]

crane wives songs ranked by how much i can make them about the magnus archives because that's the level of obsession i've reached part 1: safe ship, harbored (1/2)

one person said i should go through with this so let's go! i'm gonna split the albums in half to make the posts not as long. they are still going to be long. lyrics are in italics!

can't have it all: interesting one to start off! i feel like it kind of works, but i don't know how to work some of the more specific lines (i think you'll have a ring on your finger but not now, for example, which could work for something, i feel, but i haven't thought of it). but there's things like, my mind's made up, though my head still aches / and all my love you tried to take but / you can't have it all that just. really feel like they work with the themes of having to make awful choices and going through situations that take so much from them. could work for the finale choice even. you won't find me where you left me, no, i'm long gone / you can't bind me in the state you kept me for so long. which puts me in mind of like. all the ways they're trapped in situations where some of them are able to leave even if not all of them, like with the institute and the lonely and the web and the apocalypse. unfortuately they are often bound in horrors that are harder to leave. could work i think! 6/10.

the diving bell: on the entity side of things, very much readable as vast or buried with their whole shared custody of the ocean, or the general act of giving yourself fully to the fears. i will drown for you / sink to black from blue / and let the water win. like as a metaphor for a relationship it's very much one where the singer gives up everything in the process of loving something far greater than themself and drowns. i feel the need to mention jon's door with an ocean behind it metaphor, but it's hard to make it fully work for him given the line is i am not afraid to give you everything, and i feel like there's. definitely fear involved in that situation. only a few characters aren't somewhat afraid of their entities, though there's also some that are but might say or think they aren't. you could apply it to a relationship between characters, but none specifically come to mind that fit both the ocean theme and giving yourself up entirely? given the general entity themes work well but i have no specifics i've thought of, i'd say overall 5/10.

new colors: i have half a mind to climb up in the sky / and steal new colors away from the sun. like colours but if colours hated you? aside from that, it's like. don't tell me that i can't / i need this so damn bad. wanting new knowledge/experiences like that could be a little bit eye. needing it is a bit jon, even. referencing him destroying the dark sun potential. and of course there's the line i'd give up my sight to see, which can work from a few angles, depending on if the eye is the sight or the seeing. giving up the eye to get a clearer view on things or the other way around? can work with melanie literally giving up her sight to escape as well. i'd give up my air to breathe is not a line i instantly connected to the buried and daisy getting clarity there, but i got attached to the interpretation. can also be read as giving up their life, which makes it fit a whole lot of other situations too, which is good given the line repeats. then there's the second verse, folks round here are mean, spit fire and gasoline / but all i want is solitude. like yeah. that's pretty s4 martin. first line has desolation links but can work with the more negative times in the archives, or avatars in general with the context of the whole verse. a lot to work with here. this was a 7 at first but given i started planning an animatic in my mind the more i looked at it, it gets bumped up to an 8/10.

caleb trask: this song apparently references a book, which does add layers if you want to look further, but the context doesn't change the themes of the song itself, that your blood/past shouldn't hold you back from living. "when the azaleas bloom," he said / "when the flower blossoms spread / that's the day … / i'll love you" yeah. you can s4 jonmartin that. if you might then you may, there's no reason to live bound in chains / cause you're not alone, we're the daughters of sinners, we're the sons of saints. you could do fun character contrasts here. because there are so many characters who come from good or bad or complex places both in and out of the context of fears, enough that i am not listing them because it would be most of the cast. and many characters that hold themselves back from being happy because of all the horrors and guilt (though, no reason to live bound in chains could also be more sinister depending on context (like how helen discusses things in s5 especially)). so you got bad in your blood / brother, you're one of us. obviously there's not being alone in having a bad past, but it also brings to mind that moment in 185 where jon's like "you're one of us" to martin about being with the fears. blood don't mean nothing(/a thing) / in the end. this is gerry voice in 111. hi gerry you are one of the ones i thought about for the earlier line. gonna give this one 7/10!

counting sheep: are you sleeping, brother john? john like jonathan sims? he sure was sleeping (dreams) (coma). now this is interesting, and i think it might be the first where it works to twist the meaning a bit. you may think i've already done that but i feel like there's a difference between changing the literal things (making something about the fears instead of a metaphor or relationship etc) vs changing the emotions behind it, like if something in you's fast asleep / afraid to be who you will be / it's a losing battle, so why are you still fighting? is changed to, instead of being who you truly are, to becoming an avatar, then it becomes more negative. but it does very much work. this is what puts a character song on the hear me out cake to me (post i just reblogged if you need context). not the rating, but how much i'm willing to twist the the core of it to make that rating higher. this one may be on there for me. also the feign contentment for a while / that's all you know how to do lines feels early season martin to me. as well as the prentiss situation with morning comes a day too soon / you're back inside your tiny room / waiting for something, so good at doing nothing. the wool being off their eyes could relate more to learning about the fears maybe. or more like how it actually means in the song. even with tilting my head and having a beautiful mind there are parts that are harder to fit, but i like to think about it, so we're doing decimals now because. it does say jon. 5.5/10.

hole in the silver lining: ooo this one is interesting for tma. given the phrase refers to clouds, the themes could maybe lean more lonely with that, given the whole song is about pessimism. i might find nothing when i start looking / but i'll turn it over in my hands until / my fingers wear it through. the imagery here also puts me in mind of like, textiles, weaving, unravelling the wool of said cloud. so the visuals are quite web to me when i imagine them. given the web does tend to cause doubt, that's also fun. leave your doubt at the door / don't you take another step. there's lots of themes with doors. lots of themes with doubt. a quote from 139 about agnes came to mind so i looked for the episode where that was discussed and god. obsessed with jon's thoughts after the statement. "but I’m so full of doubt, it feels like there’s no room for anything else, and i'm sure martin is the same." "maybe… we’re the opposite of agnes. maybe our doubts are exactly what we need. if that’s the case, i’m an amazing chosen one." augh. so yeah. could work very well. love it. though given it's vague enough to work with quite a lot, it feels not quite specific enough for me to give higher than 8/10.

[muirneach]

people on here who act like the bible is secretly so left wing are really annoying we know this and i think we can (should) agree the historical and contemporary actions in the name of christianity (both by individuals and like. the papacy or whoever) are Bad which cannot be removed from the theological end of the religion, as well as like the bible just straight up having egregious sexism for example in it. etc. but Also i hate that this tumblr idea then entirely detracts from a very real and important movement of christian influenced political activism. because despite everything i just said you can absolutely for example attempt take a socialist reading of the bible. etc. like famously, dr martin luther king was a minister. less famously, the catonsville nine. dorothy day and the catholic worker. corita kent. arguably louis riel. thats just off the top of my head

[tsuzukerukoto]

Thinking more abt DR1. The tragedy of the DR1 characters has a unique strength to me, precisely because we know that absent of Junko's Mutual Killing, they all eventually end up getting along pretty decently! Probably one of the most relevant examples for my muse is Makoto's relationship with Maizono-- in settings without the Mutual Killing such as Development Mode and Talent Development Plan, their interactions are nothing but friendly, supportive, and even sometimes a little intimate. It's not difficult to infer that during the single regular year at Hope's Peak, they got along just as well or were moving towards that. And all of that just makes what happens during the main game to the whole cast, not just Makoto and Maizono, even more of a bitter pill to swallow since along with their memories Junko stole even intangible things like relationships. Another example of this is Oowada and Fujisaki: that picture Monokuma (Junko) "dropped" really says it all...

[nightmare8-420]

I did it.

[a-dauntless-daffodil]

fine. more non-humanoid dragon smexy times for meeeeeeeee~<3

there's a game which automatically conscripts you into play when you create a tumblr account, and its scoring rubric looks like this

and if too many of the things you want to have sex with are in the pink zone of this triangle you score low.

you have probably seen this game played without realizing it. whenever somebody says "hear me out" they are looking to score more points.

[lostconsultants]

How the Agile Manifesto Drives Productivity and Efficiency in Organisations

The Agile Manifesto isn’t just a declaration of ideals—it’s a blueprint for how organisations can achieve meaningful results faster, with less waste, and greater focus. Its values and principles prioritise collaboration, adaptability, and delivering value, which directly translate to improved productivity and efficiency. By aligning teams around what truly matters and enabling rapid feedback,…

[elalmadelmar]

The way I learned about this originally was as something akin to code-switching. My stepmom told me that if you want people to listen to what you have to say, you have to say it in a way that "keeps their listening ears turned on."

It's about word choice, it's about knowing what approach will be persuasive to your audience, and ultimately it's about knowing your audience themselves and their values, their language, and their cultural background.

Listen, I'm having fun playing with the ultra patriotic voice, but after a couple years in blue-collar landscaping jobs, you really do need to phrase things like that.

"I'm pretty sure that fella ain't here legally."

"Well, that ain't your business Chip, it's his."

They hate being preached to. If you pull out words like 'gender wage gap' they'll tell you you're brainwashed by the far left media.

"He's one of them transgenders."

"He got freedoms too, Jimmy."

[esquareloto]

5s Lean Workplace Poster

5S posters are a powerful visual tool to reinforce the core 5S principles - Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain - within any workplace. These posters serve as constant reminders for employees to maintain order, cleanliness, and a well-organized environment, ultimately fostering a culture of safety and efficiency.

Implementing 5S can offer numerous benefits, such as reducing clutter, minimizing downtime, boosting productivity, and improving safety. By displaying these posters prominently, workplaces can help ensure that the 5S principles are practiced consistently, contributing to an organized, efficient, and hazard-free environment. Embrace 5S today for a streamlined, safe workspace!

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[staff]

Tumblr’s Core Product Strategy

Here at Tumblr, we’ve been working hard on reorganizing how we work in a bid to gain more users. A larger user base means a more sustainable company, and means we get to stick around and do this thing with you all a bit longer. What follows is the strategy we're using to accomplish the goal of user growth. The @labs group has published a bit already, but this is bigger. We’re publishing it publicly for the first time, in an effort to work more transparently with all of you in the Tumblr community. This strategy provides guidance amid limited resources, allowing our teams to focus on specific key areas to ensure Tumblr’s future.

The Diagnosis

In order for Tumblr to grow, we need to fix the core experience that makes Tumblr a useful place for users. The underlying problem is that Tumblr is not easy to use. Historically, we have expected users to curate their feeds and lean into curating their experience. But this expectation introduces friction to the user experience and only serves a small portion of our audience. 

Tumblr’s competitive advantage lies in its unique content and vibrant communities. As the forerunner of internet culture, Tumblr encompasses a wide range of interests, such as entertainment, art, gaming, fandom, fashion, and music. People come to Tumblr to immerse themselves in this culture, making it essential for us to ensure a seamless connection between people and content. 

To guarantee Tumblr’s continued success, we’ve got to prioritize fostering that seamless connection between people and content. This involves attracting and retaining new users and creators, nurturing their growth, and encouraging frequent engagement with the platform.

Our Guiding Principles

To enhance Tumblr’s usability, we must address these core guiding principles.

Expand the ways new users can discover and sign up for Tumblr.

Provide high-quality content with every app launch.

Facilitate easier user participation in conversations.

Retain and grow our creator base.

Create patterns that encourage users to keep returning to Tumblr.

Improve the platform’s performance, stability, and quality.

Below is a deep dive into each of these principles.

Principle 1: Expand the ways new users can discover and sign up for Tumblr.

Tumblr has a “top of the funnel” issue in converting non-users into engaged logged-in users. We also have not invested in industry standard SEO practices to ensure a robust top of the funnel. The referral traffic that we do get from external sources is dispersed across different pages with inconsistent user experiences, which results in a missed opportunity to convert these users into regular Tumblr users. For example, users from search engines often land on pages within the blog network and blog view—where there isn’t much of a reason to sign up. 

We need to experiment with logged-out tumblr.com to ensure we are capturing the highest potential conversion rate for visitors into sign-ups and log-ins. We might want to explore showing the potential future user the full breadth of content that Tumblr has to offer on our logged-out pages. We want people to be able to easily understand the potential behind Tumblr without having to navigate multiple tabs and pages to figure it out. Our current logged-out explore page does very little to help users understand “what is Tumblr.” which is a missed opportunity to get people excited about joining the site.

Actions & Next Steps

Improving Tumblr’s search engine optimization (SEO) practices to be in line with industry standards.

Experiment with logged out tumblr.com to achieve the highest conversion rate for sign-ups and log-ins, explore ways for visitors to “get” Tumblr and entice them to sign up.

Principle 2: Provide high-quality content with every app launch.

We need to ensure the highest quality user experience by presenting fresh and relevant content tailored to the user’s diverse interests during each session. If the user has a bad content experience, the fault lies with the product.

The default position should always be that the user does not know how to navigate the application. Additionally, we need to ensure that when people search for content related to their interests, it is easily accessible without any confusing limitations or unexpected roadblocks in their journey.

Being a 15-year-old brand is tough because the brand carries the baggage of a person’s preconceived impressions of Tumblr. On average, a user only sees 25 posts per session, so the first 25 posts have to convey the value of Tumblr: it is a vibrant community with lots of untapped potential. We never want to leave the user believing that Tumblr is a place that is stale and not relevant. 

Actions & Next Steps

Deliver great content each time the app is opened.

Make it easier for users to understand where the vibrant communities on Tumblr are. 

Improve our algorithmic ranking capabilities across all feeds. 

Principle 3: Facilitate easier user participation in conversations.

Part of Tumblr’s charm lies in its capacity to showcase the evolution of conversations and the clever remarks found within reblog chains and replies. Engaging in these discussions should be enjoyable and effortless.

Unfortunately, the current way that conversations work on Tumblr across replies and reblogs is confusing for new users. The limitations around engaging with individual reblogs, replies only applying to the original post, and the inability to easily follow threaded conversations make it difficult for users to join the conversation.

Actions & Next Steps

Address the confusion within replies and reblogs.

Improve the conversational posting features around replies and reblogs. 

Allow engagements on individual replies and reblogs.

Make it easier for users to follow the various conversation paths within a reblog thread. 

Remove clutter in the conversation by collapsing reblog threads. 

Explore the feasibility of removing duplicate reblogs within a user’s Following feed. 

Principle 4: Retain and grow our creator base.

Creators are essential to the Tumblr community. However, we haven’t always had a consistent and coordinated effort around retaining, nurturing, and growing our creator base.  

Being a new creator on Tumblr can be intimidating, with a high likelihood of leaving or disappointment upon sharing creations without receiving engagement or feedback. We need to ensure that we have the expected creator tools and foster the rewarding feedback loops that keep creators around and enable them to thrive.

The lack of feedback stems from the outdated decision to only show content from followed blogs on the main dashboard feed (“Following”), perpetuating a cycle where popular blogs continue to gain more visibility at the expense of helping new creators. To address this, we need to prioritize supporting and nurturing the growth of new creators on the platform.

It is also imperative that creators, like everyone on Tumblr, feel safe and in control of their experience. Whether it be an ask from the community or engagement on a post, being successful on Tumblr should never feel like a punishing experience.

Actions & Next Steps

Get creators’ new content in front of people who are interested in it. 

Improve the feedback loop for creators, incentivizing them to continue posting.

Build mechanisms to protect creators from being spammed by notifications when they go viral.

Expand ways to co-create content, such as by adding the capability to embed Tumblr links in posts.

Principle 5: Create patterns that encourage users to keep returning to Tumblr.

Push notifications and emails are essential tools to increase user engagement, improve user retention, and facilitate content discovery. Our strategy of reaching out to you, the user, should be well-coordinated across product, commercial, and marketing teams.

Our messaging strategy needs to be personalized and adapt to a user’s shifting interests. Our messages should keep users in the know on the latest activity in their community, as well as keeping Tumblr top of mind as the place to go for witty takes and remixes of the latest shows and real-life events.  

Most importantly, our messages should be thoughtful and should never come across as spammy.  

Actions & Next Steps

Conduct an audit of our messaging strategy.

Address the issue of notifications getting too noisy; throttle, collapse or mute notifications where necessary.  

Identify opportunities for personalization within our email messages. 

Test what the right daily push notification limit is. 

Send emails when a user has push notifications switched off.

Principle 6: Performance, stability and quality.

The stability and performance of our mobile apps have declined. There is a large backlog of production issues, with more bugs created than resolved over the last 300 days. If this continues, roughly one new unresolved production issue will be created every two days. Apps and backend systems that work well and don't crash are the foundation of a great Tumblr experience. Improving performance, stability, and quality will help us achieve sustainable operations for Tumblr.

Improve performance and stability: deliver crash-free, responsive, and fast-loading apps on Android, iOS, and web.

Improve quality: deliver the highest quality Tumblr experience to our users. 

Move faster: provide APIs and services to unblock core product initiatives and launch new features coming out of Labs.

Conclusion

Our mission has always been to empower the world’s creators. We are wholly committed to ensuring Tumblr evolves in a way that supports our current users while improving areas that attract new creators, artists, and users. You deserve a digital home that works for you. You deserve the best tools and features to connect with your communities on a platform that prioritizes the easy discoverability of high-quality content. This is an invigorating time for Tumblr, and we couldn’t be more excited about our current strategy.