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BD chief says lean manufacturing is essential foundation before adopting AI

Tom Polen, chief executive of Becton, Dickinson and Company, argues that lean practices must precede any AI rollout to deliver real value.

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Tom Polen, chief executive of Becton, Dickinson and Company, argues that lean practices must precede any AI rollout to deliver real value.

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Updated 30 Jul 2026, 20:02 UTC