Glossary
Manufacturing Glossary
Clear definitions for the terms that drive your shop floor. No jargon. Just what your team actually uses.
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Kaizen
Kaizen is a philosophy of making continuous, small improvements in processes and products, involving all employees.
LeanKanban
Kanban is a scheduling system that uses visual signals to trigger the movement of materials and work through a manufacturing process.
LeanKey Performance IndicatorKPI
A Key Performance Indicator (KPI) is a measurable value used to track progress toward a specific manufacturing goal.
OperationsKanban Board
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