Gemba Academy Podcast: Lean Manufacturing | Lean Office | Six Sigma | Toyota Kata | Productivity | Leadership

This week's guest is Valorie Hendrix. Valorie told us all about VAVE, what it stands for, and what its benefits are. Valorie also explained how VAVE can be applied in less traditional lean settings, not just manufacturing. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn:  Valorie's background (4:43) What VAVE is about (7:20) The early stages of her journey (9:29) The balance between cost and relationship (13:23) How you use VAVE (14:03) VAVE and lean (23:44) Applying VAVE in non-manufacturing environments (25:19) Tips for learning about VAVE (30:11) Podcast Resources Right Click to Download this Podcast as an MP3 Download a Free Audio Book at Audible.com Valorie on LinkedIn Dynamic Empire Consulting  Streamlining Function & Value Streamlining Function & Value on Amazon What Do You Think? Have you used VAVE before? Describe your experience.