Japanese key phrases (and single words/terms) are widely used in manufacturing, especially in Lean Manufacturing, the Toyota Production System (TPS), and quality management worldwide. Many originated from Japanese companies like Toyota and have become standard global terminology because they capture precise concepts without perfect English equivalents.You mentioned Poka-yoke (mistake-proofing/error-proofing) and Kaizen (continuous improvement) — these… Continue reading Why Manufacturing Firms Need Training Videos for New Hires
