Applying Lean to Solve Business Problems: Tools, Results, and Case Examples by BMGI India
                     Applying Lean to Solve Business 
Problems:
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Lean methodologies
BMGI India
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com
Introduct
Lean Thinking: A Strateigoicn Approach to Problem Solving
Lean is not merely a set of tools but a comprehensive philosophy 
aimed at eliminating waste and enhancing value. BMGI India 
leverages Lean principles to address complex business challenges, 
fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational 
excellence.
Common Business Challenges 
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• Excessive inventory and resource wastage
• Process bottlenecks and inefficiencies
• Quality issues leading to rework and customer 
dissatisfaction
• Misalignment between processes and customer 
expectations
BMGI India's Lean 
SMCOeRtEh™o Fdraomleowgoryk: A Structured Approach to Lean 
Implementation
1. Select: Identify critical processes requiring improvement
2. Clarify: Define objectives and understand current process 
performance
3. Organize: Assemble cross-functional teams and plan 
interventions
4. Run: Execute targeted Kaizen events to implement 
improvements
5. Evaluate: Assess outcomes and standardize successful 
practices
 This methodology ensures focused, efficient, and 
sustainable improvements.
Lean Tools Utilized by 
BMGI India
• Value Stream Mapping (VSM): Visualizing and 
analyzing process flows
• 5S Workplace Organization: Enhancing efficiency 
through organization
• Kaizen Events: Facilitating rapid, focused 
improvements
• Standard Work: Establishing consistent best practices
• Root Cause Analysis: Identifying and addressing 
underlying issues
• Kanban Systems: Managing workflow and inventory 
effectively
Case Study: Enhancing Efficiency in a 
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Challenge: High work-in-progress (WIP) inventory and extended cycle 
times
BMGI's Intervention:
• Conducted Value Stream Mapping to identify inefficiencies
• Implemented 5S and Kanban systems to streamline processes
• Facilitated Kaizen events focusing on bottleneck areas
Results:
• 25% reduction in cycle time
• 35% decrease in WIP inventory
• 18% improvement in on-time delivery performance
Conclusio
Achieving Operational Exncellence Through Lean
BMGI India's structured Lean approach empowers 
organizations to tackle fundamental business 
challenges effectively. By focusing on value creation 
and waste elimination, companies can achieve 
significant improvements in efficiency, quality, and 
customer satisfaction.
Breakthrough Management 
Group India Private Limited
Location: 905/906 Raheja Chambers, 213 
Nariman Point,
Mumbai, Pin-400021, India
Phone: +91 22 4002 0045/46 |  Email: 
[email protected]