Business Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Lean, quality improvement & root cause · Core

Containment

Also called: interim containment

ELI5

Immediate action limiting the spread or impact of a defect while a lasting fix is developed.

Used in conversation

“Show where containment happens in the operating model and who receives the handoff.”

Pitch context

You will see “Containment” in operating plans, procurement packs, supplier reviews and supply-chain reports when the discussion reaches lean, quality improvement & root cause.

Why it matters: In lean, quality improvement & root cause, the definition can change ownership, capacity, process, cost or safety decisions.

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