“Several companies have Lean programs in place, but the uptake has too often proved superficial and focused solely on the use of tools (like 5S or visual management).
So far, most of industry has failed to understand the importance of changing managerial practices and leadership behaviors.”
https://planet-lean.com/lean-management-mining-industry
while driving to the airport in AZ I heard a podcast on how mining is adopting current business practices, drop me a line if interested