Dec 26, 2024 
Amtech Electrocircuits is proud to announce the release of its latest podcast episode, “Lean Manufacturing and the Value of Less,” an insightful exploration of Lean Manufacturing principles and their transformative impact on modern industries. Hosted by Jay Patel, CEO of Amtech, the episode dives deep into the origins, core principles, and practical applications of Lean, offering valuable lessons for organizations seeking efficiency, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Lean Manufacturing focuses on maximizing customer value while minimizing waste. In the podcast, Patel discusses foundational concepts like 5S (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) and Just-In-Time production, providing listeners with actionable insights for adopting Lean in their operations.
“Lean is not just about doing more with less,” Patel explains. “It’s about creating a culture where creativity and progress thrive, allowing businesses to continuously improve and deliver value to their customers.”
The podcast highlights Lean’s versatility, demonstrating how its principles apply across industries, from healthcare to software development. Patel emphasizes how Lean concepts like value mapping and Kaizen can reshape workflows, enhance innovation, and boost customer satisfaction in virtually any business environment.
Patel also addresses the challenges organizations face when implementing Lean, including leadership misalignment, skipping foundational steps, and viewing Lean solely as a cost-cutting tool. The episode offers practical strategies for overcoming these obstacles and building a sustainable Lean culture.
Whether you’re a seasoned Lean practitioner or new to the concept, “Lean Manufacturing and the Value of Less” delivers compelling insights and actionable guidance to help organizations rethink their processes, eliminate waste, and drive meaningful improvements.
Listeners can tune in to "Hardware Is Forever" on major podcast platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and YouTube, as well as the podcast website at https://buildamtech.com/hardware-is-forever-podcast/.
For more information about Amtech Electrocircuits, please visit www.buildamtech.com.
Amtech Electrocircuits is a second-generation family-owned business at the forefront of the electronics manufacturing industry, specializing in the design and production of high-quality printed circuit boards (PCBs) and integrated circuits. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, Amtech focuses on being responsive to the needs of our customers, offering a reliable and robust set of agile resources designed for a high-mix environment. The company serves a diverse clientele across the industrial/commercial, medical device, automotive aftermarket, and general electronics sectors. Headquartered just outside of Detroit in the heart of America’s manufacturing community, Amtech is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver exceptional solutions that power the devices of tomorrow. For more information, please visit buildamtech.com.
