Kaizen is a Japanese philosophy of continuous improvement. It focuses on improving processes in manufacturing, engineering, and business management. The document outlines the key elements of a typical Kaizen report, including defining the current condition and identifying issues, performing a root cause analysis, developing and implementing countermeasures, and establishing target conditions and follow-up processes. A successful Kaizen aims to eliminate waste, combine steps, rearrange processes, and simplify work through small, incremental changes to achieve continuous improvement.