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GA 426 | Deciding When to Use Technology with Lauren Hisey

By Jessica Bush Updated on June 1st, 2022

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This week’s guest is Lauren Hisey. Ron and Lauren discussed the dangers of jumping straight into technology before exploring other options. They also covered value stream mapping, gemba walks, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here.

In this episode you’ll learn:

The quote Lauren likes (1:43)
Lauren’s background (1:58)
Why jumping right to technology is problematic (3:14)
Understanding the business problems (7:17)
How they began mapping (9:06)
How Lauren does gemba walks (10:42)
Options for technology (13:56)
Lauren’s take on the future (18:01)
Advice for those thinking about process improvement and technology (19:53)

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Jessica Bush

Jessica is responsible for the editorial aspects of Gemba Academy’s content, focusing on course materials, podcast production, social media, and other copywriting efforts. An avid advocate of entrepreneurship, Jessica has worked with two technology startups as co-founder and head marketing strategist. Jessica received her BS in Business Administration from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, with a minor in Music.

Rick Foreman
June 3, 2022 - 7:50 pm
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I love how Lauren ties together the aspects of lean philosophy with the technical side. Excellent wisdom on how to navigate and adapt to any organization.