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The Goal Movie

Eliyahu Goldratt’s groundbreaking business book The Goal, is available in movie form. The Goal Movie, a business lesson, disguised as drama, has been done very well with professional actors and production values. Originally a feature-length movie, this version, called the “How-to Version” has been distilled to the most important points (46 minutes) and features a very direct approach to “this is how you do it”.

Eliyahu Goldratt’s book The Goal, A Process of Ongoing Improvement is an entertaining, intriguing novel and at the same time, a thought provoking business book. The story is about a plant manager, Alex Rogo, whose plant and marriage are going downhill. He finds himself in the unenviable position of having ninety days in which to save his plant. An airport meeting with an old acquaintance, Jonah, introduces him to the Theory of Constraints (ToC). He uses this new way of thinking to discover a new purpose for his plant and for his people, find some tools to improve his performance, and in the end, save his business and everyone’s job.

Eliyahu Goldratt does an excellent job explaining his concepts, especially how to work with constraints and bottlenecks. You’ll find yourself empathizing with Alex Rogo, his family, and team. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself cheering for Alex to succeed.

If you’re wanting to introduce the concepts of the theory of constraints and drum buffer rope, this is a painless way to get the ball rolling. Featuring options for on-demand viewing or as part of your permanent training library, The Goal Movie is certain to be an important part of your change management strategy