TOC (Theory of Constraints)

The Theory of Constraints (TOC) is a management approach that identifies the most limiting factor (constraint) in a process and focuses efforts on improving that specific point to enhance overall performance. Think of a production line where the slowest station determines how fast products are finished; by improving that station, the entire process speeds up. TOC emphasizes continuously finding and addressing these constraints to optimize efficiency and throughput, ensuring resources are effectively directed to achieve the highest possible system performance.