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Subordination: the third step in the theory of constraints

Subordination: the third step in the theory of constraints where all non-bottleneck parts of a system are adjusted to support the bottleneck's rhythm rather than running at their own independent maximum pace

Why This Is a Definition

Genus: adjusting non-bottleneck parts. Differentia: support bottleneck rhythm, not independent max pace.

Source Lessons

L-0947

Subordinate non-bottlenecks

Adjust other parts of your system to support the bottleneck rather than running at their own pace.

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