Saturday, November 4, 2023

Kanji ideogram Heijunka

 what is the Japanese Kanji ideogram that represents Heijunka?


The Japanese Kanji for "Heijunka" (平準化) consists of two characters: 1. 平 (hei) - which means "even" or "flat" 2. 準化 (junka) - with 準 (jun) meaning "level" or "standard," and 化 (ka) meaning "change" or "make" When combined, these characters represent the concept of "leveling" or "smoothing out" in the context of production leveling or balancing out the workload. This term is fundamental in Lean manufacturing practices, emphasizing the elimination of fluctuations in production to create a more efficient and predictable workflow.

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