#💡 # Lean ![[calendar-plus.svg]] <small>Feb 13, 2023</small> | ![[calendar-clock.svg]] <small>Feb 13, 2023</small> 🏷️[[Project Management MOC]] [[project management methodology|Project management methodology]] often referred to as Lean Manufacturing because it originated in the manufacturing industry. Main principle is removal of waste within an operation. Focus on optimizing process steps and eliminating waste to ensure only value is added at each phase of production. > [! info]- Eight types of waste recognized within an operation: > 1. Defects > 2. Excess processing > 3. Overproduction > 4. Waiting > 5. Inventory > 6. Transportation > 7. Motion > 8. Non-utilized talent > [! info]- Issues that commonly contribute to waste: > - Lack of proper documentation > - Lack of process standards > - Not understanding the customer's needs > - Lack of effective communication > - Lack of process control > - Inefficient process design > - Failures of management Tools used in Lean: - [[5S]] - [[Kanban]] --- ## Sources [[Foundations of Project Management]]