
Ep111 Why Great Ideas Stay Hidden at Work
The greatest untapped asset in most organisations isn’t technology, strategy or even talent – it’s the ideas people never share.
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.

The greatest untapped asset in most organisations isn’t technology, strategy or even talent – it’s the ideas people never share.

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Paul Mason is a mechatronics engineer, computer scientist and CEO of Robotics Australia Group, the peak body for Australia’s robotics

The biggest breakthroughs rarely come from working harder. They come from removing what no longer serves a purpose. Drawing on

Success is rarely unlocked by adding more. More often, it comes from removing the friction that quietly slows people down

Many organisations believe better results come from working harder, adding more resources or finding stronger leaders. In reality, the greatest
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.