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Announcing: Effective RAG Trackers – Your Guide to Better Process Management

Great news! My new book, Effective RAG Trackers, is now available on Amazon.

If you're struggling to keep your business processes on track, or tired of meetings that don't lead to meaningful action, this practical guide will help you turn things around—fast.


Available from Amazon and all major online stores



The Challenge Every Manager Faces

Let me ask you something: Have you ever felt like you're working harder than ever, yet important processes still slip through the cracks?

You're not alone.

Most managers experience the same frustration. Despite spreadsheets, status meetings, and constant follow-ups, team accountability fades. Deadlines get missed. And you're left wondering why nothing seems to stick.


A Proven Solution That Works

Effective RAG Trackers introduces you to a simple visual management system that delivers immediate clarity on process performance.

Using the proven Red-Amber-Green approach, you'll gain the visibility and accountability you need to keep projects on track and teams focused—without adding complexity to your already busy schedule.

This approach is under used by most businesses and this book helps you avoid common mistakes.


What You'll Learn

This book is organised into four comprehensive sections that take you from basics to advanced implementation:

  1. Overview of the RAG Management System – Understand what makes an effective tracker and the psychology behind why visual management drives action

  2. When to Use RAG – Discover proven application areas across your business and real-world scenarios where RAG delivers the biggest impact

  3. Getting Started with RAG – Follow step-by-step implementation guidance with quick-start templates and rollout strategies that ensure team adoption

  4. Getting the Most Out of RAG – Learn how to embed RAG into your daily management routines with continuous improvement techniques for sustained performance gains


Real Results You Can Measure

Here's what you can expect when you implement the strategies in this book:

Faster, more focused meetings that actually drive decisions instead of wasting everyone's time

Improved team accountability without resorting to micromanaging or constant check-ins

Objective performance management that removes guesswork and provides clear, visual indicators

Immediate visibility into problems before they escalate into full-blown crises

Time savings from streamlined processes and clearer communication across your team


Why This Book Is Different

Unlike theoretical management books that leave you wondering how to apply the concepts, Effective RAG Trackers is built on over 25 years of real-world consulting experience.

Every technique has been tested and refined in demanding operational environments. This isn't theory—it's practical, actionable guidance you can implement immediately.


Get Started This Week

Here's the best part: you don't need expensive software or months of training.

With the practical frameworks and templates in this book, you can set up your first RAG tracker this week and start experiencing tangible improvements in how your team manages daily operations.


Who This Book Helps

Effective RAG Trackers is perfect for:

  • Production managers struggling with on-time delivery

  • Operations directors seeking better process visibility

  • Project managers juggling multiple initiatives

  • Business owners who need systematic improvement without overwhelming their teams

Whether you're new to continuous improvement or an experienced practitioner, this book gives you the tools to improve on-time delivery, boost productivity, and develop your team's capability.


Ready to Transform Your Process Management?

Stop letting important processes drift. Get the clarity, control, and confidence you need to deliver consistent results.

Get your copy on Amazon today and start seeing improvements this week.

Simple. Visual. Effective.


About the author:

Giles Johnston is a Chartered Engineer who specialises in helping businesses to grow and improve through better business processes and embracing Kaizen.

Giles is also the author of Effective Root Cause Analysis and 'What Does Good Look Like?'.

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