This is the first part of a conversation with Jamie Flinchbaugh,

founder and partner with the Lean Learning Center and co-author of the

book "The Hitchhiker's Guide to Lean." . Prior to starting the

Center, Jamie has had a long career as a lean manufacturing leader,

with Chrysler, with DTE Energy, as well as Rev! Motorcycles, another

company he helped start. Jamie is also a regular contributor to the

Lean Blog and I'm happy to have him here. Today, we will talk about

waste, as defined in lean manufacturing, and the specific language of

waste elimination. Our second podcast will focus on leadership's role

in waste elimination, so you can subscribe to the podcast or stay

tuned to the Lean Blog to learn when that will be available. Visit www.leanblog.org or www.leanpodcast.org for more information.