The Real Meaning of Kaizen
One of the most powerful shifts you can make is moving from being the sole problem-solver to empowering others to solve problems.
Insights, news and information for manufacturing leaders indicate that continuous improvement has become a must-have business mindset to innovate and stay ahead of competition.
Working in manufacturing, you probably know kaizen— the Japanese word often translated as “continuous improvement” or “change for good.”
It’s widely used in business operations, but too often, kaizen is seen only as a set of tools or a one-off “kaizen” event.
Kaizen is not just about improving processes, applying tools or holding a one-time improvement event. Kaizen is something you live and practice every day.
It’s a mindset and a way of life, starting with yourself.
Author's summary: Kaizen is a continuous improvement mindset.
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