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The application of lean IT at Toyota Motor Europe

The application of lean IT at Toyota Motor Europe

Pierre Masai
December 3, 2014

VIDEO INTERVIEW - We spoke with Toyota Motor Europe's CIO at the Lean IT Summit about hoshin and IT, the application of the agile methodology, and the power of coaching.


Interviewee: Pierre Masai, CIO, Toyota Motor Europe

Photo courtesy of: Camille Brunat DocuDoc films



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A step-by-step guide to leadership and team lean development
June 20, 2016
A step-by-step guide to leadership and team lean development

FEATURE – When middle managers are stressed and overworked, there is no time left for them to improve. Changing the interaction between leaders and teams, using lean principles and empowering people, can truly ignite your transformation.

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Just say the word: Chorobiki
February 5, 2026
Just say the word: Chorobiki

FEATURE - In this new series based on his latest book What’s Lean?, Michael Ballé explains lean terms, from the most common to the least known, to uncover the meaning and thinking behind them.

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Retaining talent to make a difference
October 17, 2018
Retaining talent to make a difference

NOTES FROM THE GEMBA – This French company provides support to the severely disabled, and is currently using lean thinking to limit employee turnover and recruit faster.

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Pets and management: Lean to scale veterinary services
May 12, 2026
Pets and management: Lean to scale veterinary services

CASE STUDY – How a Brazilian clinic is launching a lean journey to support a monthly subscription model, standardizing care through digital protocols while boosting clinical effectiveness and customer satisfaction.

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