lean

Is lean and ergonomics something you add to what you are doing? If so, don't expect it to last.

What do you think the answer is to those questions?  Before I give you the answer I want you to consider 5 questions (reference):

The good ‘ol “Suggestion” Box—hang it on the wall with slips of paper and let employees give ideas.  How well has that worked out—for the company?

Lean and Ergonomics Systems are approaches to management and leadership that engages the ideas brought by all employees to help organizations optimize their work systems, learn faster and create more value. We can describe each in terms of a mindset and a set of practices.  Both mindsets view employees as valuable learners and contributors with emphasis on taking ownership and leadership by teaching and continuous problem solving. 

More and more companies are focusing on employee health and wellness.  The drivers to do so are many such as:

·        Sitting is the “new smoking”

Most companies use ergonomics in some degree to address related to workplace injuries.  Unfortunately, despite their best intentions some companies make major mistakes with ergonomics.  Below are three common mistakes companies make with ergonomics:

Mistake #1:  The Wrong Emphasis