IASSC Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB) — Question 8

Which element of waste best describes "the unnecessary movement of materials and/or goods"?

Answer options

• A. Overprocessing
• B. Motion
• C. Conveyance
• D. Correction

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as conveyance specifically refers to the unnecessary transportation of goods, which constitutes waste in a process. Overprocessing (A) relates to doing more work than is necessary, motion (B) pertains to unnecessary movement of people, and correction (D) involves fixing defects, none of which directly describe the movement of materials.