Lean or the Toyota Way: The Human Transformation System with Bernard Powell

Bernard Powell joins us where where he started his entrepreneurial journey at the young age of 18, Bernard has grown his company to collaborate with industry giants like Mitre10 and Bunnings.
In this episode, we delve into the human transformation system known as Lean or the Toyota Way. Bernard shares his experiences and the challenges he faced while building Premier Group, including the near-collapse of the business due to an over-budget factory project and holding $1 million in excess inventory.
We explore the concept of Lean transformation, a strategic approach aimed at creating more value for customers through tactical and operational improvements. Bernard discusses how Lean can start as a grassroots effort within a single team or as a top-down strategic initiative, always with the goal of delivering sustainable value to customers.
Tune in to hear Bernard Powell's journey, the lessons he learned, and his insights into implementing Lean transformation in business.