The Toyota way

That's why you can't afford to miss the upcoming adaptive manufacturing Webcast sponsored by SAP and IndustryWeek.

At this informative event, you'll enjoy a thought-provoking interview with University of Michigan professor Dr. Jeffrey Liker, author of The Toyota Way: 14 Management Principles from the World's Greatest Manufacturer.

With the help of IndustryWeek Senior Editor Traci Purdum, Dr. Liker will explore:

• How should managers balance long-term thinking with short-term financial goals?
• What metrics are most important in measuring progress?
• What should be your initial steps in the journey toward lean manufacturing?
• How do you determine value-adding activities?
• Where does IT fit in "The Toyota Way?"
• Is "The Toyota Way" the same as lean, or something more?

Testimonials from Johnson Controls and Factory Logic

Our Webcast will also include live testimonials from senior executives of Johnson Controls Automotive Division and Factory Logic, who will describe their successes in implementing an IT infrastructure that supports a lean operations environment.

Speakers

• Dr. Jeffrey Liker, University of Michigan, Author, The Toyota Way
• Jim Pell, Senior VP and General Manager of Global Operations, Johnson Controls Automotive Division
• Allan Wilson, CEO, Factory Logic
• Traci Purdum, Senior Editor, IndustryWeek