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MENTAL MODEL · M0431

Heijunka

Heijunka
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Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-28

CORE DEFINITION

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SCAFFOLDING EFFECT

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Reduce cognitive load

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anchor

Anchor fast decisions

Heijunka is a lean production method that smooths the volume and mix of production over time, reducing fluctuations, inventory, and changeover losses. It originates from the Toyota Production System.

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