lean thinking

lean think·ing

noun

A methodology focused on maximizing customer value while minimizing waste through continuous improvement.

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Meanings

nounlean thinking (uncountable)
  1. uncountablebusinessA methodology focused on maximizing customer value while minimizing waste through continuous improvement.

Translations

German Lean Thinking
  • Lean Thinkingsoftware development
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