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Human-Centered Systems Thinking in Action: Reframing Singapore’s MRT for Reliability, Trust, and Human Experience
When MRT systems falter, commuter trust erodes. This article explores human‑centered systems thinking, showing how feedback loops, leverage points, and stakeholder maps can transform reliability and resilience.

Allan Ung
1 day ago8 min read


Human-Centered Systems Thinking in the Age of AI and Business Complexity
Discover how Human-Centered Systems Thinking (HCST) combines design thinking and systems thinking to help leaders thrive in the age of AI and complexity. Allan Ung of Operational Excellence Consulting explains why empathy, systems insight, and critical thinking are the true differentiators for sustainable innovation and operational excellence.

Allan Ung
3 days ago5 min read


Systems Thinking: A Critical Leadership Capability for the Age of AI and Complexity
As AI accelerates complexity across industries, systems thinking has emerged as a critical leadership capability. This article explains why—and how to apply it in today’s business environment.

Allan Ung
Dec 23, 20255 min read


Empathy and Active Listening in the Age of AI—The Human Skills That Decide Who Gets Replaced
As AI rapidly automates analysis, reporting, and decision-making, many professionals face an uncomfortable reality: technical skills alone are no longer enough. Empathy and active listening—long dismissed as “soft skills”—are now core human capabilities that AI cannot replicate. This article explains why these skills may determine who remains relevant, who leads change, and who gets replaced in the age of intelligent machines.

Allan Ung
Dec 21, 20254 min read


Total Quality Management (TQM) in the Age of AI and Business Complexity
Discover why Total Quality Management (TQM) remains the foundation of operational excellence, business resilience, and effective AI adoption in today’s complex organizations.

Allan Ung
Dec 18, 20253 min read


Operational Excellence in the Age of AI: Why Human Capability, Not Technology, Will Decide Who Thrives
AI is reshaping Operational Excellence by automating analysis and tasks. Discover why mindset, behaviour, and change capability—not tools—will define sustainable value creation in the age of AI.

Allan Ung
Dec 14, 20255 min read


Critical Thinking Reimagined: A 4-Lens Model for Smarter Problem Solving
The 4-Lens Critical Thinking Model--an integrated approach combining Analytical Thinking, Lean Thinking, Design Thinking, and Systems Thinking. This framework equips leaders, managers, and teams to solve problems with clarity, efficiency, creativity, and foresight.

Allan Ung
Sep 23, 20253 min read


The Future of Agile HR: How to Adapt, Innovate, and Thrive in a Changing Workplace
Traditional HR is outdated. Agile HR drives adaptability, workforce agility & innovation. Ready to transform #FutureOfHR #AgileHR

Allan Ung
Feb 14, 20254 min read


Lean Management Assessment: Is Your Business on the Path to Operational Excellence?
Unlock the blueprint for operational excellence with a Lean Management Assessment. Dive deep into lean practices and elevate your operational efficiency.

Allan Ung
Feb 14, 20253 min read


OKR-Hoshin Kanri Model: The Fix for Strategy Mistakes Most Companies Make
Discover how integrating OKRs with Hoshin Kanri can drive strategic alignment, agility, and impact in your organization. Learn the ultimate goal-setting framework!

Allan Ung
Nov 6, 20244 min read
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