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Another down to earth episode of #TheRestIsLean Podcast with Team TRIL (Russell, John and Alan).

In this episode, find out:

- How John's 'Soul Searching' went
- The end result of Russell's recent training in Alchemy!
- Tips on how to get the best out of your plant tours and visits
- What examples the trio can share in terms of how lean principles have helped them personally, outside of the workplace. (some fascinating personal examples of 5S, Visual Management, TPM and Problem Solving which you should not miss!)

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The #TRIL Team are:
John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk

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The 'Leaders of Lean' in the form of John, Russell, and Alan embark on another ramble of lean proportions

In this jam-packed episode, Team #TRIL discuss topics such as:

- Russell's start-up escapades
- John's Coat of Arms and Alchemy links
- Alan's appearance in the 'Hot Seat' of a well known TV show #wwtbam
- Artificial Intelligence; is one better than the others? What should we be wary of?
- Practical Problem Solving; real life examples and the importance of effective problem definition

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The #TRIL Team are:
John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk

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The Rest is Lean (#TRIL) Podcast brings you powerful conversations with professionals from across the globe, sharing real-world experiences in lean manufacturing and leadership

Each episode dives into the principles, challenges, and successes that shape modern organisations—told by those who live them every day

In this episode, Alan welcomes Rob Marchant, Chairman & Founder of The MarchantCain Group. (www.marchantcain.com)
Specialist designers, makers and builders of complex mechatronic components that enhance the aesthetic form and function of our customers’ vehicles in a multitude of industries.

From industry veterans to innovative thinkers, our guests reveal practical insights, cultural shifts, and leadership strategies that drive transformation.

Whether you’re a business leader, lean practitioner, or simply curious about what makes organisations thrive, #TRIL delivers stories and lessons that inspire action.
Tune in and discover why, when it comes to leadership and lean, the rest is just noise.

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You can even email us at therestislean@gmail.com

The #TRIL Team are:
John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk

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Another exciting episode from the guys at TRIL

In addition to the usual banter from the three lean musketeers, and the usual 'Quote of the Week' segment, find out why:

- Russell enjoyed his books and recent Taphouse visits
- John is getting so excited about his electric tricycle
- Alan is talking about his exploits in Silicon Spa!

They also take some of subscriber questions and offer their thoughts.

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The #TRIL Team are:
John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk

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The #TRIL Team get together once again to share their experiences through their decades in Lean Transformation, Leadership and Continuous Improvement endeavours.

In this episode learn about:

- Traits of a good leader such as active listening
- The Importance of Gemba
- Football Mascots
- Spying in changing rooms (not!)
- Clarity & Conciseness
- Why are John's jacket pockets so big?!

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The #TRIL Team are:
John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk

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A continuation from our previous Tact is Takt episode, due to the deluge of questions asked by our subscribers.

Options to deal with variations in your Takt calculation, visualising the opportunity for further improvement, skills, flexibility, 8 Wastes, and the impact of WIP are all touched upon in this jam-packed episode.

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Remember also that we are now available on all good (and some not so good) streaming platforms!

The #TRIL Team are:
John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk

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The #TRIL Team are back with another episode sharing their latest exploits and experiences, revolving around lean leadership, continuous improvement and OpEx.

In this episode Russ gives us an insight into his recent trip to Japan, and John rambles on around the adventures of the great John Adair.

We also discuss the question ' What is the smallest hill you would die on?' which conjures up some interesting topics such as OEE and Takt Time.

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Remember also that we are now available on all good (and some not so good) streaming platforms!

The #TRIL Team are:
John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk

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The Rest is Lean (#TRIL) Podcast brings you powerful conversations with professionals from across the globe, sharing real-world experiences in lean manufacturing and leadership.

Each episode dives into the principles, challenges, and successes that shape modern organizations—told by those who live them every day. From industry veterans to innovative thinkers, our guests reveal practical insights, cultural shifts, and leadership strategies that drive transformation.

Whether you’re a business leader, lean practitioner, or simply curious about what makes organizations thrive, #TRIL delivers stories and lessons that inspire action. Tune in and discover why, when it comes to leadership and lean, the rest is just noise.

If you're enjoying what we do and want to keep up to speed with the latest episodes, then don't forget to subscribe, click the bell notification icon, and share with anyone else you know who may be interested.
Remember that we are also available on all good (and some not so good) streaming platforms!
You can even email us at therestislean@gmail.com

The #TRIL Team are:
John Dee. DEE Enterprise Excellence Ltd. www.dee.uk.net
Alan Lothian. 3A Business Excellence Ltd. www.aaabel.co.uk
Russell Watkins. Sempai Ltd. www.sempai.co.uk