A P P E N D I X

Tools to Eliminate Waste

Throughout this book we have highlighted various wastes that we have found in companies and, where possible, we have suggested solutions to reduce or eliminate these wastes. In addition to using the ideas in this book, it is helpful to know how to use and implement Lean techniques in your organization, which is the purpose of this appendix.

The concept of “Lean” has become a bit overused and overhyped, sometimes touted by consultants and management professionals as a cure-all. Although not exactly a cure-all, the Lean concept does include a multitude of highly effective and proven tools to help you eliminate waste in your company. And when you use these tools correctly, you can rest assured you are cutting ...

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