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🚀 What does Lean look like when applied to product and process development? I’m sharing a highlights clip from my recent conversation with Geoff Neiley (LPPDE Chair) and Andy Wagner (LPPDE Co-Chair). In the full episode, you’ll hear their insights on: ✅ Why first pass learning matters more than first pass quality ✅ How concurrent engineering drives better design decisions ✅ The role of AI in capturing and accelerating organizational knowledge ✅ The power of workshops and community learning at LPPDE These highlights give you a taste of the upcoming Lean Product & Process Development Exchange (LPPDE) North America Conference, happening October 27–30, 2025 in Milwaukee. 🎟️ Use code LEANBLOG for 20% off registration. 📺 Watch the highlights below 🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://lnkd.in/gVv_z3QK #Lean #ContinuousImprovement #LPPDE #ProductDevelopment #Kaizen #Innovation #Leadership
Really appreciate the focus on “first pass learning” over “first pass quality.” That mindset shift is so critical in clinical innovation too—especially when the cost of perfectionism is stalled care or lost trust. In our world, concurrent learning between clinicians, engineers, and patients has made the difference between good ideas and usable solutions. Grateful for the way LPPDE keeps advancing that kind of cross-functional thinking.
”If you can learn what doesn’t work, you’ve learned.” I like that! Learning the extremes, or what to avoid, is beneficial for current ongoing development. It’s worth noting that it’s also reusable knowledge, which is beneficial to avoid again in future developments as well. 🚀
Melisa Buie
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I really like the focus on first pass learning > first pass quality ... it reframes the whole idea of iteration from “avoiding mistakes” to “accelerating discovery.”
We’re very thankful to Mark Graban for helping Geoff Neiley and I spread the word about LPPDE - The Science of Improving Innovation 2025!