Inspirational Quote by Taiichi Ohno
“Where there is no Standard there can be no Kaizen”
About This Quote
Source Book: Toyota Production System, Taiichi Ohno, 1988
Without clear standards, continuous improvement cannot be measured or directed.
In simple terms: Standards enable Kaizen.
Key Takeaway
Establish clear standards first.
Themes
continuous improvement
standards
process
Mood
focused
determined
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- manufacturing
- business process redesign
- team meetings
- performance reviews
Key Concepts
lean manufacturing
kaizen
quality control
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you set standards when goals are fluid?
- What metrics best capture improvement?
A Different Perspective
Standards may be hard to define in creative or rapidly changing environments.
