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What is a Bottleneck?

 , updated on October 26, 2015
A bottleneck is a limiting factor that prevents a process, system or organization from reaching its full productive potential.
Overview: Bottleneck
DefinitionA factor that limits the output of a system, process or organization.
ValueIdentifying and clearing bottlenecks may boost efficiency.
ExamplesThe slowest machine on an assembly line.
A bureaucratic process that takes months to approve new projects.
A process that stops when a single person is sick or on vacation.
A critical team that is overwhelmed with work that could deliver faster with more resources.
An unreliable supplier that delivers critical parts late.
Related TechniquesDebottlenecking
Theory Of Constraints

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Best In Class
Bottleneck
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