An approach to management that focuses on cutting out waste, whilst ensuring quality. This approach can be applied to all aspects of a business—from design, through production to distribution.
In a Nutshell
Not quite Kurzegasgt though
- Doing the simple things well
- Doing things better
- Involving employees in the continuous process of improvement
- …and as a result, avoiding waste and therefore reducing costs
Effective lean management
Requirements to be effective
- Good relations with suppliers
- Committed, skilled and motivated employees
- A culture of quality assurance; continuous improvement & willingness to embrace change
- Trust between management and employees
Various methods of lean production
- Time based management
- Simultaneous engineering
- Just in time production (JIT)
- Cell production