What does waste mean?
It refers to any activity that consumes resources but does not add value to the customer.
Definition
In Lean management, waste refers to any activity that consumes resources but does not add value to the customer. Identifying and eliminating waste is crucial for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of processes.
Kanban
Kanban is a method within Lean management aimed at minimizing waste by visualizing work, limiting work in progress, and optimizing the workflow.
Origin
Lean management, including the concept of waste reduction, originated from the Toyota Production System (TPS), which identifies waste as muda, mura, and muri and actively seeks continuous improvement (kaizen) levers for its elimination.