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Niklas Modig

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Transform operational excellence with Niklas Modig, speaker and lean management expert. Niklas works with businesses to implement Toyota-inspired systems, eliminate waste, and maximize value, delivering unique insights from his unprecedented access to Toyota's high-performing service operations.

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Expert in lean and operational excellence
Fluent in Japanese; studied at University of Tokyo
First foreign researcher to conduct in-depth study at Toyota

Niklas Modig, a renowned authority in lean and operational excellence, dedicated his research career to the study of innovation and operations management at the Center for Innovation and Operations Management at Stockholm School of Economics from 2003 to 2018. With his extensive knowledge and expertise, he has become a leading figure in the field. Niklas Modig's passion for Japanese culture and language led him to spend significant periods living in Japan, where he immersed himself in the study of the language. As a result, he is now fluent in reading, writing, and speaking Japanese. His time in Japan also provided him with the opportunity to collaborate with Professor Takahiro Fujimoto, the foremost Toyota researcher of all time, at the "Center of Excellence – Manufacturing Management Research Center" at the University of Tokyo from 2006 to 2008. During his research at the University of Tokyo, Niklas Modig was granted an exceptional privilege as the first and only foreign researcher in the world to gain access to conduct an in-depth study of Toyota Motor Corporation's most high-performing service systems. This unique opportunity allowed him to spend countless hours inside Toyota, exploring the depth of their philosophy and gaining invaluable insights. If you are seeking to establish a business that maximizes its value while minimizing waste, there is no better source of expertise than Niklas Modig. His extensive experience, profound understanding of lean principles, and in-depth knowledge of Toyota's operational excellence make him an unparalleled resource in the field.

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Niklas brings unparalleled insights from his exclusive research within Toyota, offering you firsthand knowledge on achieving operational excellence and minimizing waste. His fluency in Japanese and deep understanding of Japanese culture and lean principles provide a unique perspective that can transform your business strategies. Booking Niklas as a speaker will equip your team with cutting-edge practices in innovation and efficiency, directly from a leading expert in the field.

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Niklas Modig specialises in discussing lean, operational excellence, Japanese culture and more.

What is Niklas Modig's speaking style like?

Niklas Modig delivers insightful presentations on lean principles, blending extensive expertise with a passion for innovation. His unique experiences enrich discussions, making complex concepts accessible and engaging for all audiences.

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