Kaizen: The Philosophy of Continuous Improvement for Business and Education

Kaizen is a Japanese management philosophy that emphasises continuous improvement in all aspects of an organisation's operations. The philosophy can be applied to various industries, including manufacturing, service delivery, healthcare, education, and sports. Key aspects of the Kaizen approach include employee engagement, data-driven decision-making, and the promotion of standardised processes. By adopting the mindset of Kaizen, organisations can enhance efficiency, reduce waste, improve quality, and drive continuous improvements in their processes and products/services. The philosophy is not limited to large corporations but can also benefit small businesses and start-ups. Kaizen and Agile methods are linked in many ways because both focus on continuous improvement and flexibility.