Techniques for Combatting each of the 7 Wastes of Lean
Whether your organization practices the Lean methodology or not, knowing where to look for waste and what to do when you find it is important.
One of the core goals of the Lean improvement methodology is the reduction of any material, effort, or expense that does not ultimately add value to the customer. Practitioners have identified seven distinct types of waste and developed specific techniques to combat them.
