Engineering Glossary
A metric used to measure manufacturing productivity. It combines Availability, Performance, and Quality into one percentage.
A Japanese term meaning "continuous improvement." In manufacturing, it refers to activities that continuously improve all functions.
A visual system (like a light or screen) used in lean manufacturing to indicate status, alert for issues, or request help.
A production methodology focused on minimizing waste while maximizing productivity and value.
The average time required to repair a failed component or machine and return it to operation.
The predicted elapsed time between inherent failures of a system during operation.
A Japanese term meaning "the real place." In lean, it refers to the shop floor—where value is created.