
Ep79 The lean origin story: how greatness gets built
Continuous improvement didn’t appear out of nowhere; it evolved over more than a century of problem-solving and innovation. The story
If you’re immersed in the world of manufacturing or supply chain management, you’ve likely encountered the elusive concept of excellence. But what does it truly mean? Is it a destination or a journey? And how do we navigate the path to unlock excellence within ourselves and our organisations?
With more than 25 years’ experience in manufacturing across the Asia Pacific region, Ishan
Galapathy delves into the heart of excellence, shifting the focus from tools and technology to the true drivers of success: our people.
Ishan shares insights and techniques honed from years of working with teams and leaders, helping them unleash their hidden potential and achieve remarkable results. Whether it’s uncovering hidden capacity or fostering a culture of continuous improvement, he explores practical strategies for unlocking excellence in your workplace.

Continuous improvement didn’t appear out of nowhere; it evolved over more than a century of problem-solving and innovation. The story

A casual fruit-picking weekend proves that powerful lessons in business excellence often come from the simplest places. Today, Ishan turns

Standards on paper mean little when teams model what they see, not what they’re told. Many organisations remain stuck in

Australia’s premier celebration of supply chain and logistics excellence – ASCLA Awards – delivered one of its most memorable nights

During peak hour, traffic lights on highway on-ramps allow just a few cars through at a time. It seems like

Small experiences often reveal powerful lessons about improvement and perspective. In business, progress rarely comes from one grand move but
Ishan Galapathy is a renowned Operational expert in the food industry. In this book, he provides straight talk to leaders in the food sector who are challenged with the task of driving their company’s profitable growth.