On Asiana, Driverless Cars, and Factories
28 June 2014
I've always been interested in technology - its use, advantages, and disadvantages. Regular readers know that I often advocate for manual solution…
Big Data, Small Data
16 May 2014
I’ve been following the panting exuberance of big data apostles for the past few years, rolling my eyes at most of it. Sure, it can be interesting, bu…
Cuckoos in the Cloud
15 October 2011
Just a quick note to let our loyal readers know that both of your humble Evolving Excellence writers will be traveling over the next couple weeks - I&…
Election Whiteboards
2 November 2010
Well the elections have come and mostly gone. Somewhat interesting to watch, but I'll reserve any commentary except to say that living in a state…
Whiteboards vs. Computers and the Impact on Learning
11 October 2010
I often rant on the evils of computers, especially when they are used to try to manage a factory floor. It's amazing how a simple whiteboard can b…
People Exploration
12 September 2010
By Kevin Meyer While perusing today's Parade Magazine supplement in the Sunday paper, between a recipe for soup and a weight loss ad, I came acro…
The Poppendiecks on Lean
16 September 2009
Mary and Tom Poppendieck have speaking on the application of lean manufacturing methods to software and IT development for many years. Recently they g…
The Nimitz Goes To Home Depot
22 June 2009
Regular readers know that I have a particular disdain for overly complex MRP and ERP systems, and recommend spending about 0.1% of the cost and going…