Devin Bodony and Uriel Eisen

Incremental:The Continuous Improvement Podcast

Business EN ↓ 188 episodes

"Incremental: The Continuous Improvement Podcast" is a weekly show where business owners share their journey implementing continuous improvement. Explore Lean Mfg, TPS, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, JIT, Kanban, and more. Gain inspiration, practical advice and join the hosts on their journey of discovery and learning. Experience the benefits of continuous improvement and lean transformation for your business.

Author

Devin Bodony and Uriel Eisen

Episodes

Episode 88. Sink your teeth into adversity 27.12.2023 44:09

In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: - Fusion CAM templates - Progress on the robot - Quality manual - Tool management system continued - Auto screw feeder - Maker Pipe - new tumbling station and degrease station Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI Pleas...

Episode 87 - Successful launch, but at what cost? 20.12.2023 43:51

In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - How to deal with shifts in the business - What should we improve and when? - Successful launch but at what cost? Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing, the Toyot...

Episode 86. Boring is not always boring 15.12.2023 43:03

In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: - Responsibilities and prioritization rubric - Reorganized the oven batches - PAPR and shop safety - Printing out bin tags for tool org - Sand blaster optimization - More racking for the oven Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/Inc...

Episode 85. Is this even Flow bro? 13.12.2023 58:33

In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - Start small, no perfection - Flow VS push - Lean for small business Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing, the Toyota Production System, and general business man...

Episode 84. Standardize: anything that prevents the problem from reoccurring 08.12.2023 37:16

Shoutout to Lean Built and Lean Made Simple podcasts for inspirations on this weeks' episode! In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: - Shipping labels with part numbers - Paint oven trays - Signage on scrap bins - Timers for each batch in one oven - Changes to job board Ple...

Episode 83. Flow is faster, who woulda thought? 06.12.2023 54:20

In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - Is training an improvement? - How to update Kanban quantities as a built in mechanism - Achieving flow, reducing batch sizes, and synchronizing processes Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss co...

Episode 82. Improvement whiplash 01.12.2023 40:21

In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: - Updated R450 Probing - Updated Fusion folders - Assembly and sewing jigs - Handing off G Code macro edits - VIse blow out to eliminate defects Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI Please follow us on Instagram and sh...

Episode 81. Jidoka, but seriously how? 29.11.2023 40:16

In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - When things are busy, when do you improve? - It's crazy to try to improve everything all the time - Jidoka? For real? - The three stone-cutters Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts...

Episode 80. Make the right way the easiest way 24.11.2023 1:04:20

In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: - Make the right way the easiest way! - Put your phone in a time out - First program run on a machine that was programed by not Devin - New computer - New automation loading scheme - New flip method on the automation Please join our patreo...

Episode 79. The Five Questions 22.11.2023 47:25

In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - How should we think about making improvements and time management - The 5 questions from Toyota Kata - Not enough bandwidth to make all the improvements - The solution should be obvious if you fully understand the problem Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and t...

Episode 78. Don't confuse motion for progress 17.11.2023 34:42

In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: - Manual Passthrough CNC Code - Updated sewing jig - Changed to Shrink Fit on another cutter - Moved the workstation at the R450 Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI Please follow us on Instagram and share your improve...

Episode 77. What machine should Uriel buy... Someday... 15.11.2023 58:27

In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - Information flow in the shop - Tool organization - Shop carts - Work order slip reorg Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing, the Toyota Production System, and ge...

Episode 76. Be hard on the process, but soft on the operators 10.11.2023 30:47

In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: -Cam Templates -U shaped cells -Kanban updated -Job completion SOP -Rotate tool setup -Laminated cards at the CNC for setup notes -New tool tags Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI Please follow us on Instagram and sh...

Episode 75. Build systems to solve the problem rather than trying to solve the problem 08.11.2023 1:03:50

We're doing a poll. Please write us and tell us what you do for a living! To reach out to the podcast directly please email fixsomethingtoday@gmail.com In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - Build systems to solve a problem rather than trying to solve the problem. - Optimize for learning - Visibility of processes and priorities in the shop - Tool management Please join our...

Episode 74. The moment of experience is the firmest reality 03.11.2023 1:01:27

In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: - 20 yard dumpster for chips - Beter 3D printed plastics - New tools for the CNC - Small garbage cans - Ziptie pedals - Moving white boards Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI Please follow us on Instagram and share y...

Episode 73. Flashlight in a dark room 01.11.2023 49:36

In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - Problem solving - A3 and where you should spend time planning - QR codes were invented by Denso - Process decay when missing target conditions Please join our patreon! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts fro...

Episode 72. Nothing within a horizon can have a fixed definition 27.10.2023 37:48

In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: - A3 Problem solving white boards - Chip management and coolant tray - Shelf for storing paint and information - Vacuum filter orientation marks - Updated the gripper 3D printing file - Part loading vs pallet loading Please join our patreo...

Episode 71. Nobody cares about your solutions 25.10.2023 58:43

In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - A3 is big! Go do it! - BT2 - A fresh set of eyes in the shop - Documenting the time savings of single piece flow - Making small improvements targeted at learning - Shigeo Shingo SMED details Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/increm...

Episode 70. Beaten over the head with target conditions 20.10.2023 42:54

In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: -Added paper towel holder to bandsaw - Updated generic Lathe CAM Template to automatically size softjaw pocket based on stock diameter - Updated generic Mill CAM template to use G54.2 probing - Started program hand off checklist and log fo...

Episode 69. How close do you want to fly to the sun? 18.10.2023 47:18

In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - PDCA - Morning 3S'ing - Price for volume - Crisis motivation - Standard stock sizes vs non standard - Block scheduling Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing,...

Episode 68. Habits decide our futures 13.10.2023 37:12

In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: - Added twin rolling whiteboards - Installed the probe halo - Explored ID clamping - Using centerline text speeds up engraving - 3Sing when I get in the shop - digital assets? - CF PETG for automation - Sewing area rework Please join our p...

Episode 67. You can't change the people around you, but you can change the people around you. 11.10.2023 55:43

In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: -Devin moves into a new shop. Very disruptive, but demonstrating the value of systems -Working on improving how we do product development -Systemization and patterns help highlight opportunities to improve Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagr...

Episode 66. At least you're not using your mouse on your leg 06.10.2023 37:48

In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: - Added a new workstation with drawers to shipping station - Added a dedicated label printer to my desk for printing work order slips - Added a rolling workbench to get our inspection tools off of our granite surface plate - Rotated machin...

Episode 65. Target conditions, the missing link 04.10.2023 42:33

In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - Is improving everything all the time a good aproach? - How do we establish target conditions? - Offshoring is just making waste cheaper - Production leveling Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discus...

Episode 64. Trust (but verify) your gut 29.09.2023 31:44

In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: - Moved meeting area away from machine - Made a desk space by the 3d printer to work on buckles - Added a banister - Clearing production areas - Trying to reduce dust tracked in - Proved our new programs for 1" Cam Please join our pat...