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Nemawashi

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Nemawashi is widely used in Japan, but it often has a dark and negative image since it takes place behind the scenes. It is sometimes regarded as crafty, and according to Naotsuka, many non-Japanese people think of it as cheating, lobbying, and politicking. However, nemawashi is indispensable when making decisions in Japan, and in fact, it can be a positive force, depending on the situation. In order to work harmoniously in Japanese society, nemawashi is very useful in reducing unnecessary friction, and when people do it effectively and achieve something of worth, they will develop good reputations and are soon promoted.

How Does Nemawashi Work?

Nemawashi begins with someone who has an idea, course of action, or proposal they wish to see approved. They'll typically start by identifying key decision makers and bring up their proposal informally. This may happen during a lunch, or when meeting other people in a hallway.  Or the person making the proposal may intentionally visit the office or desk of those he wishes to speak with.

A more formal meeting is sometimes scheduled to give two people the opportunity to talk over the proposal. In some cases there may even be a “pre-meeting” held before a larger, more formal meeting. In a pre-meeting the issues that will be considered in the formal meeting are discussed, and disagreements resolved so that no one is embarrassed in the formal meeting.

The objective for all of these types of meetings is to present the idea or proposal, and get the reaction of the person you are talking with. Are they strongly opposed?  Do they have some concerns? Do they have suggestions for improving it? Are there other people they recommend speaking with?

Based on the feedback from the nemawashi meetings the person making the proposal will refine it, or if there is strong opposition, they may completely rework it.  Then the process is repeated.

In real-life nemawashi is not as clear cut. It may take place both informally and formally simultaneously, with conflicting suggestions needing to be addressed.  No two nemawashi processes happen in exactly the same way. However, the fundamentals are that it is an iterative process involving discussions with all decision makers until either a consensus is reached, or the proposal is abandoned.

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A label printer is an important tool for safety, productivity, and improving operations through the use of lean manufacturing methods. However, getting the right label printer is crucial.  Selecting DuraLabel is a decision everyone can agree on. That's because DuraLabel has the best warranties, the best performance, the best technology, and DuraLabel printers are easy-to-use and get the job done quickly. On top of that, there are more types of supplies available for DuraLabel printers than for any other brand of printer. That means you can always get the right supply to get the job done right.

Everyone agrees that DuraLabel and tough-tested DuraLabel supplies are the right solution when labels, signs, or tags are needed. Call 888.326.9244 today for more information about DuraLabel custom label printers. Improve equipment efficiency and reduce downtime by downloading our free Total Productive Maintenance guide below.

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