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Article1 min read Aug 22, 2024Barry-Wehmiller Appoints New VP of Continuous ImprovementBarry-Wehmiller has confirmed that Doug Neal has been appointed Vice President of Continuous Improvement and will lead the efforts to reboot the organization’s dedication to operational excellence.
Article1 min read Aug 15, 2024Doug Neal to Lead Barry-Wehmiller Continuous Improvement InitiativesBarry-Wehmiller is excited to announce a new role that will bring transformative change to the organization. Doug Neal has been appointed Vice President of Continuous Improvement and will lead the efforts to reboot the organization's dedication to operational excellence. Neal brings over three decades of experience in operations and continuous improvement across diverse industries, spanning from healthcare to manufacturing, making him a pivotal addition to the leadership team.
Article1 min read Jul 10, 2023IDCON Reliability Tip: The Gemba of Reliability and Maintenance Management"Gemba" is a Japanese word meaning the actual place where value is created, or where actions are executed. It includes Gemba walks to the actual place to observe, learn and improve work.
