Lean Lexicon: A Graphical Glossary For Lean Thi... May 2026

The Lexicon provides clarity on essential lean tools and philosophies:

The book has evolved through several versions to incorporate new developments in the field: Lean Lexicon: A Graphical Glossary for Lean Thinkers

: The definitions were compiled based on research into which terms were most confusing for the lean community, with a strong focus on time-related concepts like cycle time and takt time.

: A Japanese term for waste, which includes overproduction, waiting, and defects.

: The most recent 5th edition defines 207 terms and includes 60+ illustrations .

: A graphical method for analyzing the flow of materials and information. Editions and Availability