Lean Terms Glossary

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Helpful Links

Listed below are some links to help you on your lean journey.

• Duggan Associates
• Lean.org
• Institute of Industrial Engineers
• American Society for Quality
• Fisher College of Business, Center for Operational Excellence
• The TWI Institute
• The 5S Store