What kind of 'waste' does Muda Analysis identify in software?

It identifies seven types of waste: overproduction (unused features), waiting (slow builds), transportation (bloated data), over-processing, inventory (unmerged PRs), motion (context switching), and defects.

When should I use a Gemba Walk in my code?

Use a Gemba Walk when you need to understand how a feature actually works versus how it is documented, making it ideal for exploring unfamiliar or legacy codebases.

Can I manually choose which analysis method to use?

Yes, while the skill auto-selects the best method by default, you can override it using variables to specifically trigger gemba, vsm (Value Stream Mapping), or muda analysis.

How does Value Stream Mapping help my development team?

It maps every stage of your workflow—from feature request to production—to identify exactly where time is being wasted on waiting, reviews, or manual testing.

What is the kaizen:analyse skill?

It is a specialized tool for Claude Code that applies lean manufacturing principles to software development to identify inefficiencies, process bottlenecks, and technical waste.

Smart Kaizen Analysis

Name: Smart Kaizen Analysis
Author: NeoLabHQ

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Optimizes software development workflows and code quality using intelligent Kaizen analysis techniques like Gemba Walks and Value Stream Mapping.

This skill brings lean manufacturing principles to the software development lifecycle by automatically selecting the most effective analysis method based on your specific target. Whether you are performing a Gemba Walk to find discrepancies between documentation and actual code, utilizing Value Stream Mapping to identify bottlenecks in your CI/CD pipeline, or conducting a Muda Analysis to eliminate technical waste, this tool provides a structured framework for continuous improvement. It transforms vague observations into actionable insights, helping teams reduce lead times, clear technical debt, and ensure their architecture matches reality.

主要功能

01Categorization of technical debt into the 7 types of software waste

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03Workflow visualization to calculate lead time, value-add time, and process efficiency

04Intelligent auto-selection of Gemba Walk, Value Stream Mapping, or Muda analysis

05Prioritized recommendation lists with critical, high, and medium impact ratings

06Deep-dive code archaeology to find gaps between documentation and implementation

使用场景

01Mapping CI/CD pipelines to reduce deployment wait times and manual handoffs

02Auditing legacy authentication systems to identify hidden dependencies and security risks

03Reviewing API codebases to delete unused endpoints and simplify data transformations

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npx skillfish add neolabhq/context-engineering-kit analyse

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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