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“Data is of course important in manufacturing, but I place the greatest emphasis on facts.”

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Taiichi Ohno was a renowned Japanese industrial engineer known as the father of lean production. Born on February 29, 1912, and passing away on May 28, 1990, Ohno's work at Toyota Motor Corporation revolutionized manufacturing processes. His lean production philosophy has had a profound impact on the global manufacturing industry. more

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