Kaizen is a Japanese term that translates to “change for better” or “continuous improvement.” It is a philosophy, approach, and set of practices that focus on making small, incremental improvements in processes, products, or services over time. Kaizen is often associated with the Toyota Production System and Lean manufacturing but has been adopted and applied

5S is a workplace organization and visual management methodology that originated in Japan. It is often used as a foundational tool within Lean manufacturing and Lean management principles, aiming to improve efficiency, safety, and overall productivity by organizing and maintaining a clean and orderly work environment. The term “5S” is derived from five Japanese words,

Lean Six Sigma is a methodology and set of tools and techniques that combine two well-known process improvement approaches: Lean and Six Sigma. Both Lean and Six Sigma aim to improve business processes and reduce defects or errors, but they do so from slightly different perspectives and with different methodologies. When combined, they create a