Lean Manufacturing Case Studies

How are other companies implementing lean manufacturing techniques? Are they working? Do they deliver the promised improvements? The following provide links to a variety of articles describing the experiences of both major corporations and smaller local companies when implementing lean manufacturing techniques.

Five case studies covering lean manufacturing and Kaizen:
Lean Manufacturing & Kaizen

Lean manufacturing changes the culture at Hickman:
Citizen-Times Article

Industry Week Magazine - New Level of Lean Manufacturing
What The Future May Hold For Lean Manufacturing