
Ep115 Excellence Beyond the Finish Line
What keeps you running when winning is no longer possible? In 1964, Sri Lankan Olympic runner Ranatunge Karunananda found the
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.

What keeps you running when winning is no longer possible? In 1964, Sri Lankan Olympic runner Ranatunge Karunananda found the

Small inefficiencies are easy to dismiss. One extra piece of paper, one unnecessary approval, one duplicate report or one additional

The best ideas don’t fail because they’re wrong—they fail because people weren’t part of creating them. Leaders often spend weeks

What does it really take to build a world-class factory floor? Mike Allen is a 25-year supply chain veteran who’s

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

The biggest moments of success are rarely won in the spotlight. They’re earned long before anyone is watching. Using NASA’s
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.