Engineering

Crush Your Enemy Totally

Crush Your Enemy Totally

Half-measures are dangerous. When you defeat an enemy, ensure they are completely vanquished so they cannot rise again to challenge you. Leave no room for recovery, and ensure your dominance is unquestioned. The more decisively you eliminate threats, the less likely they are to pose a danger to you in the future.

Prioritize Data Integrity Over Volume

Prioritize Data Integrity Over Volume

More data isn’t always better. Focus on gathering accurate, real-time data that’s actionable. High-quality information gives your team confidence in decision-making and prevents wasted effort on fixing the wrong issues.

Pose as a Friend, Work as a Spy

Pose as a Friend, Work as a Spy

Information is power, and knowing what others are thinking and planning puts you ahead of the game. Befriend those who can give you valuable insight, but always keep your true intentions hidden. By acting as a friend, you can gather intelligence and gain strategic advantages without raising suspicion.

Standardize the Format for Every Meeting

Standardize the Format for Every Meeting

Consistency is key. Each MOS meeting—whether Tier 1, Tier 2, or Tier 3—should follow a standard format. This helps reduce wasted time and ensures critical elements like safety, quality, and production performance are always addressed.

Keep MOS Tools Simple and Usable (Part 3 of 3)

Keep MOS Tools Simple and Usable (Part 3 of 3)

Overly complex charts, forms, and dashboards create confusion and lead to disengagement. Design your MOS tools to be simple, practical, and easy to maintain so that teams can focus on improvement, not admin work.

When Asking for Help, Appeal to People’s Self-Interest

When Asking for Help, Appeal to People’s Self-Interest

People are motivated by their own needs and desires. When you ask for help, frame your request in a way that benefits the other party. Show them how assisting you aligns with their own goals, and they will be far more likely to lend their support.

Keep MOS Tools Simple and Usable (Part 2 of 3)

Keep MOS Tools Simple and Usable (Part 2 of 3)

Overly complex charts, forms, and dashboards create confusion and lead to disengagement. Design your MOS tools to be simple, practical, and easy to maintain so that teams can focus on improvement, not admin work.

Keep MOS Tools Simple and Usable (Part 1 of 3)

Keep MOS Tools Simple and Usable (Part 1 of 3)

Overly complex charts, forms, and dashboards create confusion and lead to disengagement. Design your MOS tools to be simple, practical, and easy to maintain so that teams can focus on improvement, not admin work.

Celebrate Small Wins Regularly (Part 3 of 3)

Celebrate Small Wins Regularly (Part 3 of 3)

Recognition fuels motivation. Celebrate when the team solves a recurring issue or when KPIs hit target. A culture that rewards positive MOS-driven outcomes will encourage teams to stay engaged and proactive.