Kaizen | Glossary

Definition 

Kaizen is defined as the process of continuous improvement, which is a long-term approach to work that seeks to achieve small, incremental changes in processes in order to improve efficiency and quality.

Origin

A Japanese, word which literally means ‘improvement’, used in Software Development since 1980’s.

Further Reading

  • “Agile Kaizen: Managing Continuous Improvement Far Beyond Retrospectives”, by Ángel Medinilla.

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Kanban System Design (KMP I) Workshop with Sanjeev Raman

INNOVATION ROOTS announces Kanban System Design ( KMP I ) workshop on 15-16 June 2015. It will be conducted by Sanjeev Raman who is an Lean | Agile & Management Consultant.

This two-day Kanban System Design workshop provides an understanding of comprehensive approach towards designing the system flow into an organization. It helps in creating a better understanding of business risk, supports decision-making and eventually, leads to the improvement of the service delivery of activities.

This workshop offers an ideal foundation for organizations, teams and individuals to start their journey in incorporating the Kanban method. Participants will receive a great mix of deep conceptual lessons, case studies and real life experience. They will partake in hands-on games and interactive exercises that will help them understand and to kick off their own Kanban initiative.

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