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Are you struggling to align production with customer demand? Discover the foundational Lean concept that drives flow, efficiency, and stability: Takt Time. In this practical guide, you’ll learn: What takt time is and how it's calculated How Toyota uses it to synchronize production How to apply it in your operations to reduce waste How to adjust takt over time to respond to changes in demand Perfect for: lean practitioners, operations managers, industrial engineers, and continuous improvement professionals. Written in simple terms with real-world relevance, this book is your starting point...

Changeover—the process of switching a line or machine from producing one product to another—may seem routine, but it has a huge impact on efficiency, cost, and competitiveness. Every minute spent preparing machines, adjusting tools, or setting up for the next product is lost production time. During this period, equipment sits idle while labor costs continue, creating one of the most overlooked forms of waste in manufacturing. In industries such as automotive, electronics, and consumer goods, where frequent product variation is the norm, changeover speed determines flexibility and ...

Kaizen is not just about fixing processes — it's about growing people. Continuous improvement, or Kaizen, means making small, steady changes to make things flow better, work smoother, and serve customers more effectively. At its core, it’s not just a method — it’s a mindset. Yet many organizations misunderstand PDCA — treating it as a mechanical cycle for process improvement, while ignoring the development of the people behind the process. In this powerful and insightful book, Dr. Mohamed H. Soliman shows how true Kaizen and PDCA must go hand in hand: improving the system and ...

Tired of waiting for a handyman or spending too much on simple household repairs? Home Fix-It Handbook for Everyone gives you the confidence to solve common problems around your home—quickly, safely, and effectively. Written by Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman, an engineer, professor, and lifelong problem solver, this book combines professional skills with years of hands-on experience. From leaky faucets to minor electrical issues and small car fixes, every repair is explained in clear, step-by-step instructions, with practical tips that anyone can follow. Inside this handbook, you'll ...

Maximize equipment reliability. Reduce downtime. Harness the power of AI for smarter oil analysis. In today’s competitive industrial environment, machinery failures are costly—not just in repairs, but in lost production and efficiency. This enhanced edition of Machinery Oil Analysis & Condition Monitoring combines proven oil analysis methods with the latest in artificial intelligence, IoT, and predictive maintenance strategies. Drawing on over a decade of engineering experience, Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman provides a practical, hands-on guide to implementing modern oil analysis ...

Takt Time (Enhanced Edition): From Lean Basics to Digital Flow Synchronization is the definitive modern guide to understanding and mastering the heartbeat of production in an era of automation, AI, and Industry 4.0 transformation. Building on the foundations of classical Lean, Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman bridges the timeless principles of flow and synchronization with digital intelligence—showing how factories, teams, and algorithms can operate in harmony with customer rhythm. Inside this enhanced edition, you will learn how to: Calculate, interpret, and apply takt time across complex ...

To make it easier for people to see how their improvements fit into the bigger picture, it's important to have a clear vision and purpose as part of the lean strategy and strategic plan. People should have knowledge about their intended destination. They want to know where you are heading.

Unlock the power of an MBA in just 5 minutes a day — without the cost, stress, or years of study. The 5-Minute MBA delivers bite-sized, actionable lessons in leadership, strategy, finance, and growth — all simplified with Lean principles for smarter, faster decisions. Perfect for young professionals, entrepreneurs, and new managers, this book gives you the practical skills to think and act like an MBA graduate — in minutes, not years. Inside, you’ll learn how to: Lead teams with confidence using simple Lean-inspired practices. Turn strategy into action with easy, proven frameworks. ...

Stop Drowning in Meetings, Emails, and Workplace Chaos. Take Back Control of Your Day. In today’s work culture, being busy has replaced being productive. If your calendar is packed with meetings, your inbox is overflowing, and every day ends in last-minute "fire drills," this book is your rescue plan. “Surviving the Modern Workday” is a practical guide to mastering the three biggest productivity killers: pointless meetings, endless emails, and constant interruptions. With clear strategies and actionable systems, you’ll learn how to reclaim your time and focus—without burning out ...

From a Lean Classic to a 2026 Digital Execution Guide In 2014, The Seven Deadly Wastes and How to Remove Them from Your Business introduced thousands of readers to MUDA and the foundations of Lean thinking with a focus on classical manufacturing and factory-floor efficiency. More than a decade later, the business world has changed completely. Remote work, digital platforms, artificial intelligence, fragile global supply chains, service-dominated economies, and post-COVID instability have created new forms of waste that traditional Lean models were never designed to detect. The Seven Deadly ...

Lean Parenting: How to Raise Calmer, Smarter, More Independent Kids with Less Stress Are you overwhelmed by modern parenting chaos—shouting, clutter, reminders, and nonstop schedules? Lean Parenting offers a smarter path. Inspired by Lean systems used in engineering and business, this book applies proven methods to help families create calm, clarity, and flow—without becoming robotic or rigid. Inside, you’ll discover how to: Use visual tools like Kanban boards to eliminate nagging Build self-motivated children using “pull, not push” strategies Fight perfectionism with “minimum ...

Error-proofing is no longer just about simple jigs and sensors. In the era of Industry 4.0, factories demand smarter, AI-powered approaches to achieve zero defects at the source. In this practical guide, Professor Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman—Lean expert, executive advisor, and author of over 100 publications—bridges the classic Toyota Production System philosophy with today's digital manufacturing tools. You'll discover how to design and implement poka yoke systems that are: Simple and reliable – grounded in Toyota's principles. Smart and predictive – powered by AI, vision systems,...

7 Lean Myths That Waste Your Time – And Why Six Sigma Is Not Enough By Dr. Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman Think Lean is all about speed? Or that Six Sigma guarantees excellence? Think again. In this bold and eye-opening guide, Dr. Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman cuts through the noise of corporate buzzwords and improvement hype to reveal what really works — and what wastes your time. You’ll uncover: 7 popular but misleading myths that weaken Lean transformation Why Six Sigma alone can’t deliver sustained excellence The dangers of relying on tools without changing mindsets How Toyota’s ...

Why Do 70% of Lean Transformations Fail? And What Can You Do to Avoid Becoming One of Them? This book reveals the most overlooked reasons companies fail to achieve and sustain success with Lean—and more importantly, what to do instead. Whether you’re a CEO, improvement leader, or frontline manager, you'll discover: Why Lean is not just a toolkit, and how copying tools leads to failure The role of leadership behavior and culture in sustaining results How Toyota built Lean on deep human development, not quick fixes Practical steps to develop leaders, align teams, and embed improvement ...

Lean is not just about tools, boards, and processes—it is about people. In today's fast-changing world, true success comes from building a culture where individuals, teams, and leaders grow together. This book explores the human side of Lean, offering practical lessons on how to shape mindsets, habits, and behaviors that drive sustainable excellence. Drawing on real stories from Toyota's transformation journey, combined with modern practices and cultural insights, this book shows you how to: Understand the foundations of Lean culture and why it matters more than ever. Inspire people to ...

Master Digital Marketing—Even If You're Just Starting Out! Digital Marketing Made Simple is the ultimate beginner-friendly guide to growing your business, audience, and income using smart, proven online strategies. Whether you’re a freelancer, entrepreneur, content creator, or small business owner, this book helps you go from confused to confident in record time. Inside, you’ll learn how to: • Build a strong online presence without a big budget • Create high-converting content and emails • Run effective social media campaigns • Use SEO, analytics, and tools like a pro • ...

One of the biggest challenges in Lean is this question: “Where’s the financial benefit?” In many organizations, Lean feels like a set of good practices with unclear payoffs. But at Toyota, Lean principles and financial decision-making go hand in hand — not just for short-term savings, but for long-term strategic advantage. In this practical and thoughtful guide, Dr. Mohamed H. Soliman explores how to apply Lean Thinking to Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA) — turning improvement efforts into clear, justifiable business value. You’ll learn: Why Lean must be connected to financial ...

How do you build reliable operations without killing innovation? The biggest challenge in implementing Standard Work is finding the right balance: Between giving employees clear, repeatable standards — and giving them space to think, improve, and grow. In this practical guide, Dr. Mohamed H. Soliman shows you how Toyota achieves that balance. You'll learn: Why most companies misunderstand Standard Work How to write effective standards that empower, not restrict Who should be involved in creating standards How Standard Work supports quality, cost, and delivery performance How it forms the ...

How do you create a culture where improvement happens every day — not just during special projects? The secret lies in two simple patterns: Improvement Kata and Coaching Kata. In this concise and practical guide, Dr. Mohamed H. Soliman breaks down Toyota’s habit-building system for daily progress and leadership development. You’ll learn: How to set challenging goals and move toward them step-by-step How leaders coach thinking patterns — not just give answers How to turn PDCA into a daily, structured habit Why building routines ("kata") is more effective than just teaching tools How ...

What if your lack of motivation wasn't the problem — but the clue to a smarter way of working? In this bold and counterintuitive guide, Dr. Hamed dismantles the myths of hustle culture and productivity porn to reveal a more sustainable path to results. 🔹 You'll learn how to: ✔ Get more done by doing less — strategically ✔ Align your work with your natural energy and attention cycles ✔ Apply Lean Thinking to cut out waste in your tasks, habits, and even thoughts ✔ Use procrastination as a signal, not a flaw ✔ Leverage AI, automation, and deliberate laziness for maximum ...