Continuous improvement matters to every manager in every industry. The core idea is that there are always ways to optimize a process and get rid of unnecessary steps.
It’s all about understanding and mitigating the 8 wastes of lean manufacturing. These wastes are separated into 3 categories, which are:
- Muda
- Mura
- Muri
Identifying and eliminating waste is a constant effort, which is why it’s called continuous improvement. You can audit business processes in several ways, like by using checklists or interviewing employees.
This video details ways to organize your continuous improvement efforts by:
- Setting measurable goals
- Communicating regularly
- Making data-driven decisions