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Top 10 Lean Manufacturing Quotes from Henry Ford

Henry Ford was a very quotable man. His timeless insights range from practical business tips to clairvoyant-esque predictions about the dairy industry.
While some of his quotes might be more controversial, it's important to keep in mind the revolutionary contributions this man made to American and global manufacturing. Among which, was playing a key role in instituting the 2-day weekend; and for that, we salute him.
Below is a list of the top 10 Henry Ford aphorisms that relate to lean manufacturing. Let us know which quotes are your favorite and share the SlideShare with your colleagues on LinkedIn.
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