The Rest is Lean

Written by: Alan Lothian John Dee Russell Watkins
  • Summary

  • The Rest is Lean Channel is a light-hearted and educational look at how to make businesses better through Lean Manufacturing and Operational Excellence.

    Suited for all levels of understanding and from any industry or geographical region.

    John, Alan & Russell are time-served lean professionals with over 30 years each in this field. Leading and coaching some of the best businesses from SMEs to multi-nationals.

    Trained by some of the highest calibre Japanese masters from Toyota(one step from Ohno himself), Honda and Nissan , we want to share our experiences with you, allowing some of these 'pearls of wisdom' to help make your business processes, people, and profitability that little bit better each day.

    We welcome your comments, questions, and guidance on future discussion topics so feel free to drop us a line via the comments section or via email.

    therestislean@gmail.com

    Oh, and don't forget to subscribe!!

    © 2025 The Rest is Lean
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Episodes
  • Podcast 7 'A Dose of 5S?' aka It's a model not a script!
    Jan 26 2025

    In this episode, the guys give their views and responses to some of the subscriber questions, including a continuation from our previous episode around 'The Toughest Job'.

    Having discussed what the guys have been up to since they last met, the episode primarily focussed on 5S (or 5C, Workplace Organisation, etc). One of the foundations of stabilising and improving your environment. Including a top tip by John!

    In addition, topics included baseline assessments to know where to improve (know your constraint), development of personnel (especially team leaders), and scaling SMEs to support their growth.

    As ever, the TRIL Team share their experiences on all of the above, and provide some ideas on how to incorporate Lean into all of these to make your business just that little bit better!

    Remember that if you want to get involved with your questions, comments, and tips of your own then don't forget to email the podcast at therestislean@gmail.com or drop us a comment below.

    Oh I don't forget to subscribe and feel free to share with anyone else you know who maybe interested!!

    John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
    Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
    Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk

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    45 mins
  • Podcast 6 'The Well Meant Intent' aka The Toughest Job (and how to help)
    Jan 23 2025

    In this episode, the guys give their views and responses to some of the subscriber questions, including the power of perspective!

    Russell also poses the question on what is the toughest role in an organisation.
    Many of you maybe surprised by our responses!!

    As ever, the TRIL Team share their experiences on all of the above, and provide some ideas on how to incorporate Lean into all of these to make a business just that little bit better!

    Remember that if you want to get involved with your questions, comments, and tips of your own then don't forget to email the podcast at therestislean@gmail.com

    John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
    Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
    Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk

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    49 mins
  • Podcast 5 'Skip Diving / The Live Pareto' aka Data & Digital Transformation Tips
    Jan 23 2025

    In this episode, the guys discuss Data and Digital Transformation. From the pitfalls of planning and preparation to simple, low cost alternatives to converting data into accurate information quickly, allowing you to make the right decisions fast!

    John tries out his new E-Bike and finds an old photo from his distant past which some of you may recognise!

    Russell talks about 'treating problems as treasures' and Alan mentions the varied industries where lean is being applied whilst fending off Russell's 'love' for his retro headphones!

    Remember that if you want to get involved with your questions, comments, and tips of your own then don't forget to email the podcast at therestislean@gmail.com

    John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
    Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
    Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk

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    47 mins

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