Hoshin Handbook, Third Edition

by Pete Babich

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The Hoshin Handbook is a "how to" reference that allows you to quickly create a manual Hoshin Kanri process. Building upon previous editions, the handbook includes detailed descriptions of Hoshin concepts and more examples. It includes copies of all forms and rules for their use. In addition, the handbook explains the philosophy behind the forms and how to use them correctly. It provides tips on how to overcome the barriers to Hoshin implementation and how to avoid the most common mistakes. The included CD contains narrated lectures by the author which makes the handbook an excellent self-paced learning tool. The CD also contains free trial software and other tools to help make your Hoshin implementation a whole lot easier. The Hoshin Handbook is a valuable reference for any Hoshin practitioner. Written in simple terms, the handbook describes the essential elements of successful Hoshin implementation. You can read other books on Hoshin philosophy, but this book tells you how to do it.

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Hoshin Excellence, 2007-01-15
Participate in Pete Babich's huge experience. From a hands on perspective, stressing feasibility, he presents a well structured approach to steering a business unit by Hoshin Planning. The Vision as well as goals, objectives, measurables and strategies are translated into the speech of the internal customer, strategies become clear and well understood incrasing the buy in of all stakeholders in the company.
It's logical, it's based on standards, it stresses results as well as processes, so it's a powerful tool, especially when you're engage in any Change or Lean Management initiative. You won't have to invent the wheel again. I found many useful examples inside the cd. Implementation managers and / or consultants can save a lot of time using the charts in the book, time they might need to convince top management or the entire leadership crew to become familiar with the new Hoshin process. Because what is Hoshin about in the end? It's about leadership!
There is social-cultural side of implementing Hoshin and it is about change. Hoshin and Change Management must go together and Pete Babich gives a lot of implementation tips that help quality process managers and line managers save nerves and even money. In this way, Hoshin can be a success story.
Recently I read an article on Ford's new CEO's Leaderhip Style, which is driven by facts and data (and commitment). The first thought that came into my mind was, he must have read Pete Babich's book.
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