141: Simplification Isn’t Rocket Science

141: Simplification Isn’t Rocket Science

One of the key challenges with simplification is the deployment of it. Without effective change management processes, a so-called “easy” change can quickly become problematic. But there are considerations that you can take to put your change on the path to...
139: Why We Don’t ‘Keep It Simple’

139: Why We Don’t ‘Keep It Simple’

The benefit of hindsight allows us to see the complicated processes and operating models. But these decisions are like this for a reason. Productivity expert, Simon Hedaux, joins the host and transformation expert, Oliver Banks, and together they explore why...
138: Simplification Stories At Nisa

138: Simplification Stories At Nisa

Simplification projects should boost improvement – but it doesn’t mean that they are necessarily simple themselves. They can be large and with many facets and workstreams. In this episode, I’m joined by Steve Leach, Sales Director at convenience...
137: Is Lean Six Sigma Still Relevant?

137: Is Lean Six Sigma Still Relevant?

Simplification is still critical for continuously improving retail operating models. Lean Six Sigma has often been seen as a methodology to boost efficiency and cut costs. But in our fast-paced and agile world, is Lean Six Sigma still relevant? Join Oliver Banks and...
136: Understanding The Circular Economy

136: Understanding The Circular Economy

The “circular economy” is a key topic when it comes to delivering true sustainability. But the term risks being misunderstood if used as a buzzword. But it offers huge opportunities to retailers, brands and supply chains that can understand and leverage...
134: The Race To Retail Resilience

134: The Race To Retail Resilience

The pandemic caused a Great Acceleration across the retail industry, in particular, giving a peak into what the future holds. And in turn, highlighting how the retail industry must develop and transform to build resilience. Oliver Banks chats to Carl Boutet, author of...

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