Cella Process & Technology Consultant Les Johnson has been working with creative teams to improve processes and implement technology tools for more than a decade. Les has helped teams realize cycle reductions of up to 30% for large campaigns and increases in capacity of more than 40%. As a six sigma black belt Les has applied both six sigma and LEAN techniques to help standardize creative processes and improve overall efficiencies. He has worked with creative teams to integrate leading digital asset management and automated workflow technology into their planning and operations.

Process Improvement
Working with diverse creative teams with unique situations is very energizing for Les. He has worked with teams in a large range of verticals and applies best practices from a variety of industries to each situation. By focusing on reducing waste, (a LEAN basic), and eliminating errors, Les has helped organizations achieve increased utilization, increased throughput, and happier team members.

Technology Tools
Technology for creative teams is not about the latest cool app, but is about making life easier for team members. Les has been analyzing the needs of creative teams for over a decade and then helping identify and implement the best solutions. These solutions range from simple project tracking tools and digital asset systems, to complete marketing resource management solutions. His approach to technology is; fix the process, understand the requirements, then employ the best technology that fits the need.