Fredrik Fjellstedt is a highly experienced and influential expert in Lean management, leadership development, and strategy deployment, with a particular specialization in Hoshin Kanri.
Fjellstedt gained significant hands-on experience and deep insights into the Toyota Production System during his more than 10 years at Toyota, where he played a key role in implementing Hoshin Kanri across their European operations. He holds the distinction of being the first Master Trainer outside Japan in Toyota's renowned 8-step problem-solving method, a testament to his profound understanding and ability to teach these methodologies. He has since coached over 1,500 leaders in these practices.
He is the co-author of the impactful book, "Implementing Hoshin Kanri: How to Manage Strategy Through Policy Deployment and Continuous Improvement," a practical guide based on a project that successfully applied Hoshin Kanri in 14 different companies.
Currently, Fredrik Fjellstedt works as a consultant, focusing on helping organizations implement and embed Hoshin Kanri for effective strategy management and continuous improvement. He is identified as an "Operational Excellence Expert" at Hups and a "Master Enabler" at Business Through People. His professional background spans a variety of operational roles, including Line Manager, CFO, Chairman of the Board, Start-Up Entrepreneur, and Business Owner, providing him with a holistic perspective on business challenges. He holds a Master's degree in Business and Administration with a focus on strategy and leadership from Linköping University.
Through his writing, training, and consulting, Fredrik Fjellstedt is dedicated to empowering leaders and organizations to achieve operational excellence and strategic alignment through disciplined lean principles.