THE 8 WASTES OF LEAN

OVER-PRODUCTION

Over-production is one of the eight wastes commonly identified in lean manufacturing and process improvement. Over-production refers to producing too much of a product or service and / or producing it before it is needed. Examples of over-production waste could include making too many boxes for an order or taking too much product off the shelves and having to put it back later. By identifying these “wastes”, we are able to save time and fix what bugs us. Over-production waste can lead to excess inventory, unwanted price reductions, supply chain disruptions, a negative environmental impact, and a broader economic turndown. At ZQUARED, we have identified and eliminated over 50+ over-production wastes in everyday operations which not only improves our process efficiency, but reduces costs for our Brand Partners.

DR. DEMING'S 14 POINTS

Along with Lean, Dr. W. Edwards Deming's 14 points have become an everyday guideline for us at ZQUARED to follow. The 14 points are a set of principles for effective management that have been widely adopted in many organizations around the world. These points provide ZQUARED with a framework for improving the quality of our products and services, increasing customer satisfaction, and enhances the performance of employees. By implementing Dr. Deming's 14 points,

ZQUARED has created a culture of continuous improvement that focuses on reducing waste, improving efficiency, and increasing productivity. This focus results in cost savings, increased revenue, and improved competitiveness in the market for ZQUARED and our Brand Partners. The implementation of these points promotes employee engagement, fosters individual ownership, and encourages collaboration and teamwork.