Lean is not a revolution but rather an evolution that has occurred over the last seventy or more years. In our introduction to Lean, you learned about the people and companies that contributed to the current methodology associated with Lean.

Select one Lean guru or one company that you think has been particularly instrumental in advancing the methodology or tools of Lean. Do research above and beyond the materials provided in the presentation, and address the following points:

Why did you select this person or company?

What was their special contribution to the Lean methodology and/or tools?

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Provide your thoughts about the differences between Lean and Six Sigma. Discuss any synergies between these two methodologies.