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Emergence of lean manufacturing in Japan, with the Toyota production system.
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Toyota develops the Toyota Production System (TPS), which becomes the foundation of lean manufacturing.
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Introduction of the term "Lean Manufacturing" by Western researchers.
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Popularization of Lean Manufacturing in the West, especially in automotive industries.
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Expansion of Lean Manufacturing application to various industrial sectors.
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Consolidation of Lean Manufacturing as a fundamental methodology for improving efficiency and reducing waste in industrial operations.
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Integration of Lean Manufacturing with digital technologies to optimize processes and enhance quality.
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Continued evolution of Lean Manufacturing with a focus on sustainability and adaptation to changing environments.
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Continuous evolution of lean manufacturing to adapt to contemporary challenges such as globalization, automation, and sustainability.
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Lean manufacturing will remain fundamental for continuous improvement and competitiveness in an ever-changing business environment.