Category: Remote/Virtual

When you think about the sudden rise of remote work, something about it feels like the future of all work. Although CEOs and corporate executives might be kicking and screaming that remote work isn’t the future, the idea that you can work anywhere worldwide if you have a laptop and a strong Wi-Fi […]

What are the remote-first companies that made it work? There are plenty of success stories throughout the history of business. However, little has been said about the remote companies that are making a mark on the landscape of business right now. If you’re looking to lead your remote team, some organizations can serve […]

The workplace landscape has undergone a dramatic transformation with the widespread adoption of hybrid work models. This shift, accelerated by the global pandemic, combines remote and in-office work, offering employees flexibility and autonomy while enabling organizations to reduce operational costs. However, this model also presents unique challenges, particularly in communication, collaboration, and process […]

What are the common challenges of remote work? Remote work itself has become a regular part of many offices. However, there are some drawbacks to this hands-off workflow. When remote work started becoming more prevalent at the start of the pandemic, these drawbacks weren’t given much thought. That said, you give anything significant […]

What tools can boost productivity in remote teams? Finding the right workflow for remote teams is paramount to their continued success. As such, planning to use the right tools and developing a solid workflow is a great way to ensure your team stays on track. Finding the right blend can be challenging, but […]

How does an organization build a high-performing remote team? Remote work has become all the rage over the last few years, with organizations without a heavy need for on-site personnel switching to the model. The benefits have been discussed ad nauseam, like the lower rent for many organizations and reduced overhead. However, little […]

What are the real advantages of hybrid vs. remote work? There has been quite a bit of talk since the start of the pandemic about the merits of remote work. For many organizations, this is the only way they could exist for any period. However, there has been a push to return to […]

The foremost purpose of the gemba walk is people-engagement. Here are some suggestions for conducting a gemba walk in the virtual space.

In the time of a global pandemic, the ability for a company to make efficient and effective adjustments is more important than ever. Don’t let the need for physical distancing put a stop to your continuous improvement efforts. Learn how to adapt an in-person Kaizen event to a successful virtual experience.

Icebreakers can help teams to build community, promote interaction and foster empathy. Some of the go-to icebreakers I have used over the years have translated well into the virtual environment.

Leading a Six Sigma project team can have many challenges no matter the industry – manufacturing or services – and no matter the location from New York in the United States to New Delhi in India. But the challenges are more unique than most practitioners experience when the team is geographically scattered. Six Sigma began […]