作りすぎのムダTsukurisugi no Muda
Waste
Overproduction
作りすぎのムダTsukurisugi no Muda · Japanese
Producing more, earlier or faster than the next process or customer needs. Often seen as the worst waste.
Examples
- 01A machine runs a full batch of 2,000 parts although the customer ordered 500.
- 02Sub-assemblies are built a week ahead to keep operators busy.
- 03An office prints 200 brochures when 50 are needed for the event.