17 hours ago
- The article argues that Lucas Costa's use of 'backpressure' metaphor is inaccurate; it should be about quality signaling, not just slowing down.
- Lean manufacturing philosophy is proposed as a better analogy, emphasizing respect for workers and tolerance of imperfection.
- Three lean practices are highlighted: single-piece flow, autonomation (jidoka), and poka-yoke to ensure quality.
- Systems should be designed to blame the process, not the robot or human, as a bad system defeats good individuals.