the safe houes of lean Flashcards
(26 cards)
What is the primary focus of Lean methodology?
Eliminating waste and maximizing value.
True or False: Lean methodology is only applicable in manufacturing.
False.
Fill in the blank: The concept of ‘value’ in Lean is defined from the perspective of the _____ .
customer.
What are the five principles of Lean?
Value, Value Stream, Flow, Pull, and Perfection.
Which Lean tool is used to visualize and analyze the flow of materials and information?
Value Stream Mapping.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of waste identified in Lean? A) Overproduction B) Waiting C) Innovation D) Defects
C) Innovation.
What does the term ‘Kaizen’ refer to in Lean?
Continuous improvement.
True or False: Lean encourages a top-down management approach.
False.
What is a ‘Lean culture’ characterized by?
Employee empowerment and a focus on continuous improvement.
Fill in the blank: The Lean tool ‘5S’ stands for Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, and _____ .
Sustain.
What is the purpose of ‘Just-In-Time’ in Lean?
To reduce inventory costs by producing only what is needed, when it is needed.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a Lean technique for reducing cycle time? A) Batch processing B) Single-piece flow C) Long lead times
B) Single-piece flow.
What does ‘Poka-Yoke’ mean in Lean?
Error-proofing techniques to prevent mistakes.
True or False: Lean practices can lead to increased employee satisfaction.
True.
What is the role of a ‘Lean Champion’?
To lead Lean initiatives and promote a Lean culture within an organization.
Fill in the blank: In Lean, ‘Muda’ refers to _____ .
waste.
What is the significance of the ‘Gemba’ in Lean?
It refers to the ‘real place’ where work is done and value is created.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key benefit of implementing Lean? A) Increased waste B) Higher costs C) Improved quality D) Slower processes
C) Improved quality.
True or False: Lean can be applied in service industries as well as manufacturing.
True.
What does ‘Takt Time’ represent in Lean?
The rate at which products must be produced to meet customer demand.
Fill in the blank: The ‘Lean House’ model illustrates the foundational elements of Lean, with _____ as the roof.
perfection.
What is the purpose of ‘Root Cause Analysis’ in Lean?
To identify the underlying causes of problems to prevent recurrence.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common Lean metric? A) Cycle time B) Employee turnover C) Office size
A) Cycle time.
True or False: Lean practices focus solely on cost reduction.
False.
