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Operational intelligence from the front lines of transformation. Research, analysis, and perspective from SNZ Sona's consulting engagements — written for leaders who need signal, not noise.

3 ARTICLES PUBLISHED
UPDATED APRIL 2026
Perspective

The 5 Hidden Costs of Process Waste in French Manufacturing

Most manufacturers track defect rates. Almost none track the true cost of waiting, overproduction, and talent friction. Here's what the numbers actually say.

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Sethi & Zenati

8 min read · Mar 2026

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Research

Power BI vs. Tableau: What Lean Teams Actually Need in 2026

We benchmarked both platforms across 12 operational excellence engagements. The winner isn't who you think — and the criteria that matter most are rarely discussed.

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Sethi & Zenati

6 min read · Feb 2026

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Analysis

Why 70% of Digital Transformations Fail — and What the 30% Do Differently

A pattern analysis of 47 transformation engagements reveals that the gap between success and failure isn't technology. It's the sequence of decisions made in week one.

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Sethi & Zenati

12 min read · Apr 2026

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Perspective

The Lean Leader's Playbook: Managing Operational Change Without Burning Out Your Team

A practitioner's guide to sustaining momentum through the middle phase of transformation — when the quick wins are done and the hard work begins.

PUBLISHING JUNE 2026

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Research

The State of Operational Excellence in French Mid-Market: 2026 Benchmark Report

Our annual survey of 120+ French manufacturing and services firms on KPI maturity, digital tooling adoption, and Lean implementation rates.

PUBLISHING JULY 2026

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Tool

The Process Waste Audit Template: A 90-Minute Self-Assessment for Operations Leaders

A structured diagnostic framework you can run internally to identify your top three waste categories before your first consulting engagement.

PUBLISHING MAY 2026

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