Improvement Quote by Watts Humphrey
“Unplanned process improvement is wishful thinking.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Process Improvement Handbook, 1995
Improvement that isn’t planned is unrealistic and likely ineffective.
In simple terms: Plan improvements for success.
Key Takeaway
Plan before improving.
Themes
process improvement
planning
efficiency
Mood
practical
direct
Type
educational
strategic
When to use this quote
- software development
- manufacturing
- business operations
Key Concepts
systems thinking
change management
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can you plan now?
- How to balance planning with flexibility?
A Different Perspective
May ignore emergent opportunities.
