lean in aviation

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The diagnosis of silence
September 3, 2026
The diagnosis of silence

COLUMN – Aviation research on hierarchy and communication failures reveals a cultural predictor of patient safety: high-power-distance cultures silencing the voices that could prevent harm.

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Flying high: Lean Thinking at avianca
February 1, 2024
Flying high: Lean Thinking at avianca

INTERVIEW – We speak with avianca’s VP of Maintenance and Engineering to learn about the efforts the airline is making to fulfil its promise to passengers.

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Lean gives us wings
July 26, 2023
Lean gives us wings

INTERVIEW – The lean journey of the Engineering and Maintenance Department of Colombian airline Avianca proves how important it is for leadership to spearhead change.

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