What is the Gemba ...and Going to the Gemba?

The video tutorial explains the concept of 'Gemba', a Japanese term meaning 'the actual place', and its significance in project management. It highlights the importance of adopting foreign words into English to express unique ideas. The tutorial emphasizes the value of visiting the Gemba to understand the ground truth of a project, drawing parallels with military strategies. It argues that project managers must leave their desks to meet teams and grasp the real status and challenges of their projects.

What challenges might project managers face if they do not visit the gemba?

In what ways can understanding the gemba improve project outcomes?