bottlenecks

A bottleneck is a point in a process where the flow slows down or gets stuck, limiting overall efficiency. Think of it like a narrow neck of a bottle that restricts how quickly liquid can pour out. In operations or systems, this limits the entire process’s speed or capacity. Identifying and addressing bottlenecks helps improve throughput and performance, ensuring resources are used more efficiently. They're often caused by resource limitations, slow steps, or issues that need optimization. Recognizing bottlenecks is essential for streamlining workflows and increasing productivity.