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Hampton Conservatories are one of the original GembaDocs customers, so Tom got Dwain Steele, Production Manager, to dive into how standard processes with GembaDocs took the chaos and burden out of their workflow in the last three years to create a book of knowledge.
"The power it gives my team - ’I did a process today’ - this is fantastic, they went home, they feel great, because they've created this process that never existed at Hampton Conservatories, they've scored the goal.' - Dwain Steele
Key Topics:Why standardized processes are essential for continuous improvement.The struggle of creating SOPs manually with excel —and how GembaDocs solved it in 90mins.How to engage employees in process documentation and Lean culture.The impact of morning meetings on driving accountability and improvement.How Hampton Conservatories retains 40 years of company knowledge in a digital, accessible way.
"It took me 22 years to become a production manager, I could have done that in half the time I reckon, because GembaDocs was there. Would have made life so much easier." - Dwain SteeleAnd find out how every GembaDoc at Hamptons follows their own set standard, with clear start, finish and pencil to paper plan first before the app is even open.
"you're training them on how to create the SOP to the standard you're expecting" - Tom HughesTakeaways:Apprentices using GembaDocs to train themselves, but also create processes from their learning.Creating a positive feedback loop from SOP to shop-floorFind out how Hampton Conservatories have developed a standard for their standards, including a GembaDoc on how to do a GembaDoc to their standards!Grandfathering products into GembaDocs to avoid the 8 lean waste areas the next time the order comes throughHow they developed process engineers who had ownership over their documented processes
Links and Resources:Learn more about Hampton Conservatories (hamptonconservatories.co.uk).Explore GembaDocs (gembadocs.com) for your process needs.
Connect with Us:GembaDocs LinkedInTom’s LinkedInHampton Conservatories LinkedIn🎙️ Subscribe to GembaTalk podcast for more insights on Lean culture, SOPs, and manufacturing excellence.
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In this episode, Tom Hughes, founder of GembaDocs, sits down with Ryan Tierney from Seating Matters to explore the transformative power of standardized operating procedures (SOPs). Discover how Seating Matters became a world-class Lean organization, the challenges they faced during implementation, and practical tips for success.
“We wasted so much money, so much time with systems that weren't up to scratch.” - Ryan TierneyKey Topics:The surprising complexities of creating effective SOPs.Common pitfalls, like neglected SOPs "stuffed in a drawer."How GembaDocs helped transform Seating Matters’ process.Actionable advice for rolling out SOPs in your organization.
“..it wasn't until we documented the process we saw how much waste there was. So there was probably 45 or 46 steps in this before. But the physical act of going through the documenting process forced us to improve it and see the waste.” - Ryan TierneyTakeaways:SOPs are a cornerstone of efficiency and quality but require proper adoption and visibility.Avoid overcomplicating your rollout; simplicity and accessibility are key.Learning from failures is part of the journey toward excellence.
Links and Resources:Learn more about Seating Matters (seatingmatters.com).Explore GembaDocs (gembadocs.com) for your SOP needs.
Connect with Us:GembaDocs LinkedInTom’s LinkedInSeating Matters LinkedInRyan’s LinkedIn🎙️ Subscribe to GembaTalk podcast for more insights on Lean culture, SOPs, and manufacturing excellence.
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