Lean Glossary
Takt is translated from the German word Taktzeit or âclock intervalâ meaning pace of production. Takt Time is the average time between the completion of
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Push systems refer to processes that rely on forecasting or the practice of creating excess goods and services to maintain a buffer. This method of
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Pull systems refer to the goal of having units “pulled” through the process at the rate of customer demand. The opposite of a Pull system
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Poka-yoke is a Japanese term (poka: mistakes; yokeru: avoid) that means to mistake-proof a process. The goal is to consciously and diligently try to eliminate
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Andon is an alert system that can be visual or audible, facilitating quick response to any problems in the process or system. This system includes
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summary Summary Template What is a Value-Added Flow Analysis? Value-Added Flow Analysis combines two powerful tools into one. The Value Analysis differentiates steps that add
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