Exploring Lean Management Concepts

What is the primary purpose of Value Stream Mapping in Lean Management?

• To identify and eliminate waste in a process

• To increase the speed of production

• To reduce the cost of materials

• To improve employee satisfaction

Which of the following is a key principle of Kaizen?

• Large-scale changes

• Continuous improvement

• Reducing employee numbers

• Increasing production speed

In Lean Six Sigma, what does the 'Six Sigma' part focus on?

• Reducing waste

• Improving quality by reducing defects

• Increasing production speed

• Enhancing customer satisfaction

Which tool is commonly used in Lean Six Sigma to identify the root cause of a problem?

• Fishbone diagram

• Gantt chart

• SWOT analysis

• PERT chart

What is the first step in creating a Value Stream Map?

• Identifying the customer

• Mapping the current state

• Defining the process flow

• Implementing improvements