Within the piece Mike explains the aim of Lean Manufacturing, which is a series of techniques that, if applied correctly, will improve the performance of a factory, a department or even a single production line or machine.  The techniques are based on the way work is carried out and involve changing behaviour and attitudes among personnel, so a deep understanding of motivation and culture is essential.

Lean Manufacturing has been used to transform factories and to rescue businesses that have been in decline for many years.  The magazine website at http://www.newfoodmagazine.com/ will be carrying the full article within the next few weeks.