التصنيف: Insights Middle East

In today’s corporate world, pursuing efficiency and continuous improvement is crucial for maintaining competitiveness and meeting rising customer expectations. Lean Management is a key ally in this journey toward excellence. Within this realm, a key concept is the Gemba, where work is performed. This article explores the meaning of Gemba and discusses how the practice…

In 2024, global manufacturers installed 542,000 industrial robots, which is more than double the figure from a decade ago and the fourth consecutive year above the half-million mark. The world’s operational robot stock now totals 4.66 million units. The International Federation of Robotics projects 700,000 annual installations by 20281.  Additionally, the World Economic Forum projects…

Change management is crucial for organizations’ sustainable growth in today’s dynamic and competitive landscape. This article explores the basics of change management, highlighting its importance, impact, and critical models and theories. It also addresses the role of Kaizen and continuous improvement in facilitating transformation processes. Companies can better prepare to face challenges and seize opportunities…

In March of 2026, the global manufacturing sector encountered an unanticipated issue that had not been budgeted for. The J.P. Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI (Purchasing Managers’ Index) declined from a 44-month high of 51.8 in February to 51.3, with 12 of the 33 surveyed economies — Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Romania, Russia,…

Organizations allocate significant financial resources to leadership training annually, yet the majority of leaders return to their positions unchanged. The certificates have been issued, the slide decks are stored on shared drives, the engagement scores look satisfactory, and six months later, the same problems persist. The team continues to avoid challenging discussions, the strategy remains…

In an increasingly volatile and demanding business world, the ability to adapt, reduce waste, and create value for customers has become a condition for survival. Organizations that thrive are those that manage to create a culture of continuous improvement, where learning and evolution are integral to employees’ daily routines. The development of continuous improvement skills…

Saudi Arabia is undergoing one of the largest economic and infrastructural transformations in its history. The country has launched an ambitious investment program, driven by Vision 2030, encompassing futuristic cities, new tourism destinations, transport infrastructure, and major urban projects. This set of construction projects in the Middle East, valued at more than $1,3 trillion1, positions…

Miguel Teixeira Director and Head of R&D & Project Management ConsultingKaizen Institute Western Europe The construction industry is undergoing a profound and ongoing transformation. Organizations are facing structural challenges, including labor shortages, rising costs, and increasing sustainability demands. As a result, they are reinventing their operating models to remain competitive in an increasingly demanding market.…