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A way of classifying products, wastes or other groups of problems to be observed so that the most important sources can be identified in terms of impact and volume.
A way of classifying products, wastes or other groups of problems to be observed so that the most important sources can be identified in terms of impact and volume.
Abnormality Management (Ijo-kanri)
The purpose of standardization and visual management is the Management of Abnormalities.
The purpose of standardization and visual management is the Management of Abnormalities.
Acceptable Quality Level (AQL)
An old-fashioned concept that claims that there could be some level of defects allowed (non-zero level).
An old-fashioned concept that claims that there could be some level of defects allowed (non-zero level).
Action Workout
A 3-5 days team activity based on fast problem solving by physical simulation and evaluation.
A 3-5 days team activity based on fast problem solving by physical simulation and evaluation.
Activity Boards
A board, often in a green area, which shows the status of submission of improvement activities.
A board, often in a green area, which shows the status of submission of improvement activities.
Agile Manufacturing
The ability to respond quickly to changes in volume and elements of flexibility.
The ability to respond quickly to changes in volume and elements of flexibility.
Anthropometry
Anthropometry: The study of body movements of a worker performing a task (ergonomics).
Anthropometry: The study of body movements of a worker performing a task (ergonomics).
Automation
Automation (English translation of the term "Jidoka"): use of working machines independent of human intervention and control.
Automation (English translation of the term "Jidoka"): use of working machines independent of human intervention and control.
Autonomation (”jido ka”)
The process of separation of human activity and machine/ system characterized by: work without unnecessary movements, building quality in processes and visual management.
The process of separation of human activity and machine/ system characterized by: work without unnecessary movements, building quality in processes and visual management.
Autonomous Maintenance
Those routine activities for equipment maintenance made by individuals and small groups at a level of safety and quality assurance.
Those routine activities for equipment maintenance made by individuals and small groups at a level of safety and quality assurance.
Auto Time
Time when a machine is working in its own planning cycle and no person is required to operate the equipment.
Time when a machine is working in its own planning cycle and no person is required to operate the equipment.
