{"id":27598,"date":"2025-10-16T13:34:07","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T13:34:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leansisproductividad.com\/lactalis-involve-improve-and-grow\/"},"modified":"2026-04-14T16:16:04","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T16:16:04","slug":"lactalis-involve-improve-and-grow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leansisproductividad.com\/en\/insights\/lactalis-involve-improve-and-grow\/","title":{"rendered":"Lactalis: Involve, improve and grow"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a market pressured by rising costs and growing competition, Lactalis has embraced Lean as a strategic tool. \u00c1lvaro Mardones, Lean Manager at the Villarrobledo plant, shares how they\u2019ve professionalised the system and engaged the entire workforce\u2014with the support of SGS PRODUCTIVITY. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Lactalis (\u00c1lvaro Mardones): Todo el equipo ahora cree en la metodolog\u00eda Lean.\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IV7r1AEQMJo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lean as a driver in an established company<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lactalis Group is the world\u2019s leading dairy group. In Spain, it operates several plants producing milk, yoghurt, desserts and cheese. In the cheese segment, the company has developed its own continuous improvement system\u2014Lean Lactalis\u2014implemented in its facilities in Pe\u00f1afiel, Zamora and Villarrobledo.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As \u00c1lvaro Mardones explains, the goal was clear: remain competitive without compromising quality, even in a highly cost-pressured environment. To achieve that, they needed to standardise processes, break old habits, and apply a methodology that helps people improve their daily work in a structured way. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A system that evolves with people<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey began in Pe\u00f1afiel, was consolidated in Zamora, and reached maturity at the Villarrobledo plant\u2014one of the largest and most complex in the group. The challenge was significant: involve everyone, challenge the \u201cwe\u2019ve always done it this way\u201d mindset, and build a new work culture focused on ongoing improvement. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to \u00c1lvaro, the biggest success has been achieving genuine belief in Lean. People understand it, apply it, and in some cases, even use its principles in their personal lives. \u201cI\u2019ve seen people apply Lean at home with their families\u2014that\u2019s when you know they\u2019ve truly embraced it,\u201d he says. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Productivity, data and motivation<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Results have been significant. Productivity has improved, middle managers now work with clear KPIs, and management has become more professional. But beyond the numbers, the shift in mindset stands out\u2014more motivation, more ownership, and an environment where idea  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Active listening has been essential. \u201cWhen people feel heard, they engage. And when they\u2019re motivated, everything becomes easier,\u201d says \u00c1lvaro. This approach has transformed the role of supervisors, who now lead by example and proximity.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The value of SGS PRODUCTIVITY<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lactalis has worked with several SGS PRODUCTIVITY consultants throughout this process, and \u00c1lvaro notes that each one brought something valuable. \u201cSome had a strong people focus, others were more technical or data-driven\u2014but all of them helped us grow and see Lean from different perspectives.\u201d <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This adaptability, hands-on approach and trust-based collaboration have been key to consolidating the system. \u201cWith SGS, improvement is a sure bet,\u201d he concludes. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to build a continuous improvement system that works, grows and lasts?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a market pressured by rising costs and growing competition, Lactalis has embraced Lean as a strategic tool. \u00c1lvaro Mardones, Lean Manager at the Villarrobledo plant, shares how they\u2019ve professionalised the system and engaged the entire workforce\u2014with the support of SGS PRODUCTIVITY. 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