Lean Thinking

Banish waste and create wealth in your corporation.

James P. Womack and Daniel T. Jones outline lean management principles that help organizations eliminate waste, optimize efficiency, and deliver greater value. 'Lean Thinking' is a must-read for business leaders and entrepreneurs focused on operational excellence. It heavily influenced Bezos’s thinking about building scalable, customer-focused companies.

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