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(Source: Keith Ray) Keith Ray has an interesting entry on Kaizen Events in
his blog.
Kaizen Event definition from Ray’s blog: The Kaizen method is a
"rapid improvement process" utilizing a cross-functioning group
of managers and employees working as a team to meet targets in a
results-oriented focus on a predefined project area. The process may take
the following steps: define the problem/opportunity, choose the best
people, and correct the problem in one week or less using Kaizen tools and
techniques. The ultimate goal is to significantly reduce costs, reduce lead
times, reduce required inventory space, enhance workforce empowerment,
eliminate waste, and focus on continuous improvement. The Kaizen process
may include: new product development, robotics, total quality control,
Just-in-Time, statistical quality control, labor and management relations,
or other concepts.
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