#1 Manufacturing Glossary - SYMESTIC

Muda

Written by Symestic | Jun 19, 2024 2:17:20 PM
Muda is a Japanese term from lean management that refers to waste. It includes all activities that consume resources without creating added value.

  • Waste: Identification and elimination of unnecessary activities.
  • Efficiency improvement: Enhancing processes by reducing Muda.
  • Lean management: Integrating waste reduction into the production philosophy.
Reducing Muda improves efficiency and productivity.