I arranged a list of lean terms for you. I will write an article for each of them soon.
ANDON: Visual signaling system to highlight production issues in real time.
ASAKAI: Morning meetings for daily planning, alignment, and problem-solving.
DOJO: Training area for practicing lean skills and improvement techniques.
GENCHI GENBUTSU: "Go and see" approach to make informed decisions on-site.
GEMBA: Going to the actual place to observe and understand real situations.
HANEDASHI: Automatic part ejection to improve production efficiency.
HANSEI: Deep self-reflection to identify and learn from mistakes.
HEIJUNKA: Production leveling to balance workload and reduce fluctuations.
HOSHIN KANRI: Strategic policy deployment aligning company goals with execution.
ISHUKEN: Short-term, focused problem-solving workshops for quick improvements.
JIDOKA: Automation with human intelligence to detect and stop defects early.
KAMISHIBAI: Auditing tool using cards for standardized visual inspections.
KARAKURI: Mechanical automation using simple, low-cost mechanisms.
KATA COACHING: Structured practice for developing continuous improvement habits.
MIERUKA: Visual management to enhance process transparency and problem detection.
MIZUSUMASHI: Material handling system for efficient supply replenishment.
MONOZUKURI: The art of making things with excellence and craftsmanship.
MUDA: Elimination of waste in processes to improve efficiency and value.
MURI: Avoiding overburden on workers, machines, and processes.
MURA: Reducing unevenness and inconsistencies in production flow.
NEMAWASHI: Consensus-building process before implementing major changes.
POKA-YOKE: Error-proofing techniques to prevent mistakes before they occur.
SHOJINKA: Workforce flexibility by adjusting to demand changes efficiently.
SANGEN SHUGI: "Three realities principle" focusing on real place, facts, and data.
TEIAN: Employee-driven suggestion system for workplace improvements.
WARUSA KAGEN: Tolerable level of inefficiency that should be eliminated over time.
YAMAZUMI: Stacked bar chart used to balance workload and eliminate bottlenecks.
YOKOTEN: Best practice sharing across departments or facilities.
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