Get acquainted with Lean manufacturing.

For almost a century, the methods pioneered by engineering experts have transformed the way the world produces goods and performs services. Lean devotes time and energy into evaluating processes so that efficiency increases and waste decreases. It can be daunting to learn something new; let this Lean manufacturing guide help. This guide:

• Presents information in an accessible format
• Outlines Lean origins and the Toyota Production System (TPS)
• Includes definitions of 5S, Kaizen, 8 Wastes, and more important Lean terms
• Suggests best practices for Lean implementation