DAF Foundations OF Lean Practice Question
When applying the Lean principle of 'Optimize the Whole', what should you avoid doing?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Optimizing a sub-process without considering the impact on the overall value stream.
Sub-optimizing a local area at the expense of the system is the antithesis of 'Optimize the Whole'.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Optimizing a sub-process without considering the impact on the overall value stream.
Why this is correct
Local optimization often degrades total system throughput.
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Identifying bottlenecks in the production pipeline.
Why it's wrong here
This is essential for system optimization.
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Aligning team goals with organizational objectives.
Why it's wrong here
This is good practice.
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Analyzing the end-to-end value stream.
Why it's wrong here
This is recommended for optimization.
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