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Kitting
A process where assemblers are given containers (kit) of all parts needed for production — eliminating the need for constant…
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Kanban
A Japanese term meaning “billboard or signage”. A lean manufacturing method of managing and improving workflow by visualizing the processes…
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Kaizen
A Japanese business philosophy meaning “change for the better” or “continuous improvement”. In manufacturing, it refers to the gradual and…
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Just-In-Time (JIT)
A planning technique used to reduce inventory on hand, setup times and waste. In JIT management, raw materials are ordered…
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Item Master
The record that lists key inventory item information. Used to assign costs and construct the bill of materials it includes:…
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ISO 14000
The International Standards Organization 14000 is a set of standards and guidelines related to environmental management to help organizations minimize…
