For over 20 years, organizations have been implementing continuous improvement principles and techniques from the Toyota Production System to reduce waste and enhance productivity. This “Kaizen” approach to Lean has driven tremendous success.
However, as Lean becomes thoroughly entrenched in company culture and processes, it’s common to experience diminishing returns. Employees lose enthusiasm, and a cost-cutting mindset can stall innovation. It’s time for the next evolution of Lean.
That’s where Makoto Works comes in. We help companies reinvigorate their Lean transformation by shifting the focus from waste reduction to growth, innovation, and investment. Our approach, which we call “Makoto Lean”, unleashes the power of people through a positive, engaging framework.
At Makoto Works, we believe every person has untapped potential and every business has room to evolve. Our mission is to help both blossom. We do this through coaching, workshops and strategic consulting services grounded in three key Makoto Lean principles:
Focus on the future, not the past. Kaizen looks backward at waste. Makoto Lean looks forward – how can we develop new opportunities, capabilities and customers?
Nurture people, not just processes. Continuous improvement shouldn’t just streamline workflows. It should enrich jobs and unleash creativity so people feel energized at work.
Invest to grow, not just cut costs. Of course efficiency matters. But true prosperity comes from redeploying savings into new products, services, technologies and training that drive tomorrow’s success.
We’re committed to sparking growth mindsets and reviving the joy of progress. Whether you need help charting your Makoto Lean journey or tackling a specific challenge, our team of seasoned consultants is ready to partner with you. Let’s talk about how we can help your organization thrive for many years to come.
Makoto Works 