M4E #50: Watch how a Lean Thinking company runs a morning meeting
A lean morning meeting, also known as a daily huddle or daily stand-up, is a brief and focused meeting that occurs at the start of the workday. It is a common practice in lean management and agile methodologies. The purpose of a lean morning meeting is to align the team, share information, identify and address any issues or obstacles, and set priorities for the day. Watch the following video from Gemba Academy and find out an example of how Silicone Fabricators runs a morning meeting.
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In a lean morning meeting, the focus should be on action and problem-solving rather than solely sharing information. While information sharing is an important aspect, the primary objective of the meeting is to identify any obstacles, address them promptly, and set the team up for success throughout the day.
Visual aids play a significant role in lean morning meetings and can enhance communication, understanding, and decision-making (remember M4E #27). Although advanced or technological means can be used, see how in the video a simple board with post-its and some metrics can help the team to better comprehend the daily performance of the company.
Check this link to find out 15 tips for effective morning meetings!