7 Wastes
A Lean methodology concept identifying seven types of waste in processes to improve efficiency.
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“lean principles”
CALMS
Culture, Automation, Lean, Measurement, and Sharing (CALMS) is a framework for guiding the implementation of DevOps practices.
Mura
A Japanese word meaning inconsistency or variability in processes.
Poka-Yoke Principle
A Japanese term for "mistake-proofing," referring to any mechanism or process that helps prevent errors by design.
Minimize Waste
A principle in lean management aimed at reducing non-value-added activities to improve efficiency.
WSJF
Weighted Shortest Job First (WSJF) is a prioritization method used in agile and lean methodologies to maximize value by comparing the cost of delay to the duration of tasks.
Gemba
A Japanese term meaning "the real place," used in Lean management to describe the place where value is created.
BML
Build-Measure-Learn (BML) is a feedback loop used in Lean Startup methodology where a product is built, its performance is measured, and learnings are used to make improvements.
Muri
A Japanese word meaning excessive strain on people or processes.