Lean waste measurements impact a business's bottom line. Which factor given below can hide quality defects by increasing the time between the creation of a defect and when it is discovered?

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A high level of inventory can hide quality defects by increasing the time between the creation of a defect and when it is discovered. This hidden defect increases the likelihood the problem will be repeated. In this type of environment employees can impact the product while it is in process and before it is placed in the inventory.

Lean Waste Measurements Impact a Business's Bottom Line