🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

精益管理

Pronunciation / Transliteration: jīng yì guǎn lǐ

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Lean Management/liːn ˈmænɪdʒmənt/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"精益管理可以显著提高企业的效率。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A management philosophy that focuses on minimizing waste while maximizing productivity.

    "Companies adopting lean management principles often see significant improvements in efficiency and customer satisfaction."
  2. 2

    A systematic approach to identifying and eliminating waste through continuous improvement.

    "Lean management techniques can lead to streamlined processes and reduced operational costs."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'lean management' originated in the manufacturing sector, particularly from the Toyota Production System developed in the mid-20th century. It combines the word 'lean', which refers to minimizing waste, with 'management', indicating the organizational practices that support efficiency and continuous improvement.

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