The Problem Solving Kata as a Tool for Culture Change

Dr. Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman is an internationally recognized Lean expert, lecturer in Industrial Engineering and Management Systems at the American University in Cairo (AUC), executive advisor, and author of more than 150 books and scientific publications on Lean management, the Toyota Production System, quality systems, operational excellence, automotive engineering, and modern publishing systems. He is a member of the Advisory Committee of the IEOM International Society and brings nearly two decades of academic, industrial, and consulting experience across manufacturing, public services, education, and infrastructure sectors. His work bridges engineering, policy, and leadership, helping organizations design systems that flow intelligently and improve continuously. Dr. Soliman has trained professionals throughout the Middle East and has worked with organizations including Princess Nourah University in Saudi Arabia and Vale Oman Pelletizing Company. He is the founder of Personal Lean Publications and continues to write on Lean transformation, industrial systems, automotive technologies, and the evolving global publishing ecosystem.