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Lean Six Sigma Q&A - GoLeanSixSigma.com

How do I identify new work groups (departments) who want to implement Lean levers in their process?

There are two main ways to identify groups or departments who want to implement Lean.  In keeping with the Lean philosophy, let’s call them “Push” and “Pull”! Push:  Often, an organization or division will decide to proceed with Lean due to some “burning platform” of need to change, potentially as senior leaders look to improve…
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Lean Six Sigma Glossary - GoLeanSixSigma.com

Push

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 meeting customer demand can result in unused goods and wasted labor. The goal of Lean Six Sigma is JIT (Just In Time) or Pull system.…

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Lean Six Sigma Glossary - GoLeanSixSigma.com

Pull

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 is a "Push" system in which goods or services are prepared ahead of time potentially resulting in excess inventory or increased waste. JIT (Just In…

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