In the context of lean management, reference is made repeatedly to waste, which in Japanese is translated as "muda." Waste itself often represents the cause of losses that can occur anywhere in the company, but also offers great potential for reduction.
The seven muda are:
The use of the TIMWOOD acronym provides another way to identify the types of waste.
T = avoid unnecessary transportation
I = avoid unnecessary stock (inventory)
M = avoid unnecessary movement (motion)
W = avoid unnecessary waiting
O = avoid over-production
O = avoid unnecessary processes (over-engineering)
D = avoid defects
By analyzing the causes of muda and applying lean management methods, waste can be minimized, costs saved and production processes optimized.
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