What is Lean?

Objective:

• Lean Manufacturing is a management philosophy based on the Toyota Production System (TPS)
• Eliminate everything that does not add value (waste) in the customer’s eyes

Focus and Scope:

• Value stream as primary work unit
• Focused on improving process performance
• Clear view of and state

Approach and Tools:

• Wide range of Lean manufacturing tools are available
• Learn-by-doing approach to performance improvement and capability-building