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[ID] 19 [Element] One-Piece Flow [Description] One-piece flow is the concept of transferring only a single piece between process steps within a workcell with no accumulation of inventory. It forces near-perfect balance and coordination. [Purpose] 
Reduce inventory internal to a workcell and forces improvements and work balance.
Lean Tools & Techniques ...{Strategos}