Kaizen
Kaizen is a Japanese business philosophy and methodology focused on continuous, incremental improvement in all aspects of an organization, including processes, products, and employee development. It emphasizes small, ongoing changes rather than large-scale transformations, involving all employees from management to frontline workers in identifying and implementing improvements. The approach aims to eliminate waste, increase efficiency, and foster a culture of sustained progress through teamwork and problem-solving.
Developers should learn and apply Kaizen to enhance software development processes, reduce technical debt, and improve team collaboration and productivity. It is particularly useful in Agile and DevOps environments where iterative improvements are key, such as in refining CI/CD pipelines, code review practices, or sprint retrospectives. By adopting Kaizen, teams can systematically address inefficiencies, boost quality, and adapt more quickly to changing requirements.