LEAN WEEK

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Across
  1. 2. A workplace organization method that stands for Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain. It helps create a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
  2. 3. A production system where work is initiated based on actual customer demand rather than forecasts. It helps reduce overproduction and inventory waste.
  3. 5. A visual scheduling system that helps manage workflow and inventory. It uses cards or signals to indicate when new work should begin, ensuring just-in-time production and avoiding overproduction.
  4. 7. A Japanese term for "waste." It refers to any activity or process that does not add value to the customer, such as excess inventory, waiting time, or unnecessary motion.
  5. 8. Stream The series of steps or activities required to deliver a product or service to the customer. It includes both value-adding and non-value-adding steps, with a focus on eliminating waste.
  6. 10. A Japanese term meaning "the real place." It refers to the actual location where work is done, such as the shop floor or production area. Visiting the Gemba allows leaders to observe processes, identify issues, and engage with employees.
  7. 11. Anything in a process that does not add value to the customer. Common types of waste include overproduction, waiting, defects, excess inventory, unnecessary motion, overprocessing, and unused talent.
Down
  1. 1. The central focus of all LEAN processes. LEAN aims to deliver maximum value to the customer by eliminating waste and improving quality, speed, and efficiency.
  2. 3. A mistake-proofing technique designed to prevent errors or defects in a process. It involves creating mechanisms or systems that make it impossible to perform a task incorrectly.
  3. 4. Time The rate at which a product must be completed to meet customer demand. It is calculated by dividing the available production time by the customer demand.
  4. 6. The smooth and uninterrupted movement of work, materials, or information through a process. Achieving flow reduces delays, bottlenecks, and inefficiencies.
  5. 9. - A Japanese term meaning "continuous improvement." It focuses on small, incremental changes that collectively lead to significant improvements in processes, efficiency, and quality.