“Lean” refers to a series of continuous improvement concepts:
- Elimination of non-value-added activities (waste)
- Focus on continuous improvement
- Continuously strive to cut cycle times
- Prevent defects; aim for perfect quality
- Focus on the customer; be responsive
Lean Enterprise includes a comprehensive collection of toolkits:
- Lean Manufacturing (includes Toyota Production System)
- Lean Purchasing
- Lean Logistics
- Lean Development
- Lean Engineering
- Lean Marketing
- Lean Sales Management
- Lean Project Management
- Lean Program Management
- Lean Office
- Lean Accounting
- Lean Finance