
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): A Foundation for Innovation, Not a Barrier
Debunking the Myth: “SOPs Kill Innovation” In a recent conversation with a CEO, a common concern was raised — that Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) can make minds rigid and limit innovation. This perception, though widespread, misses a core Lean principle: the purpose of standardization is not to restrict creativity, but to eliminate waste (#Muda) and […]
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