Lean definition

Lean means to a structured way of continuously exposing and solving problems to eliminate waste in systems that deliver value to customers;
Lean means to maximize customer value while minimizing waste. The core idea is a student-first approach that puts the needs and values of students and staff at the forefront and uses proven methods to continuously improve the education system;
Lean doesn’t mean ‘thin.’ It means order, and making everything work optimally. No waste. No inefficiencies. If you have inefficiencies, it’s the client that finishes up paying for them. You need process to make it work.”

Examples of Lean in a sentence

  • Lean burn engine means any two-stroke or four-stroke spark ignited engine that does not meet the definition of a rich burn engine.

  • Up to 100 percent of any combination of processed: 5.1. Asphalt concrete5.2. Portland cement concrete5.3. Lean concrete base5.4. Cement treated base The first paragraph of Section 26-1.02B, "Class 3 Aggregate Base," of the Standard Specifications is amended to read: • Aggregate must be clean and free from organic matter and other deleterious substances.

  • Up to 100 percent of any combination of processed:5.1. Asphalt concrete5.2. Portland cement concrete5.3. Lean concrete base5.4. Cement treated base SECTION 26: AGGREGATE BASE Issue Date: February 16, 2007 The first paragraph of Section 26-1.02A, "Class 2 Aggregate Base," of the Standard Specifications is amended to read: • Aggregate must be clean and free from organic matter and other deleterious substances.

  • Up to 100 percent of any combination of processed:5.1. Asphalt concrete5.2. Portland cement concrete5.3. Lean concrete base5.4. Cement treated baseThe first paragraph of Section 25-1.02B, "Class 4 Aggregate Subbase," of the Standard Specifications is amended to read:• Aggregate must be clean and free from organic matter and other deleterious substances.

  • Lean burn engines greater than or equal to 500 HP and less than 1,350 HP with a date of manufacture prior to January 1, 2008 must comply with the emission standards specified in paragraph (e) of this section for stationary landfill/digester gas ICE that are lean burn engines greater than or equal to 500 HP and less than 1,350 HP and manufactured on January 1, 2008.


More Definitions of Lean

Lean or no means tests for low-cost high impact adaptations
Lean in its simplest form means the elimination of waste from everything we do, and when applied to construction it provides a way to deliver high performance in all categories measured, including quality, cost, delivery, profitability and sustainability (Ilozor and Kelly, 2012)
Lean gives the organisation the means to make an informed decision. It presents the Management Team with both an appreciation of the likely consequences, and the tools and techniques that will make the strategy successful.
Lean. MEA flowing downward. Contact between the MEA and flue gas results in transfer of Carbon Dioxide from the flue gas to the liquid MEA stream. At the top of the Absorber Tower the flue gas exits to the atmosphere minus most of the Carbon Dioxide it contained when it entered the bottom of the Absorber. The liquid MEA at the bottom of the Absorber tower is "Rich" or high in Carbon Dioxide content due to its countercurrent contact with the flue gas.
Lean means a patient-first approach that puts the needs and values of patients and families at the forefront and uses proven methods to continuously improve the health system;
Lean means a resident-first approach that puts the needs and values of residents and families at the forefront and uses proven methods to continuously improve the health system. The core idea is to maximize customer value while minimizing waste;
Lean has the meaning set out in Section 1.1 of Schedule 3 [Design and Construction Specifications];