The basic 8D problem solving process consists of eight steps, each of which is designed to build upon the previous one. These steps include establishing a team, defining the problem, identifying the root cause, developing and verifying corrective actions, implementing solutions, preventing recurrence, and recognizing team efforts.
This document provides top tips for corporate risk management. The tips include assessing and identifying possible risk areas in the business, measuring and evaluating risks, constantly reassessing risks, investing in adequate resources, reducing exposure, and assessing the return on risk management procedures. Applying these tips can help reduce a business’s current and potential future risks.
Problem-solving is a critical skill in any organization, and it’s often assumed that it’s the management’s job to take care of it. However, we had a client with a different approach a few years ago. The company’s operational vision was to equip all supervisors with problem-solving skills, regardless of their position in the organization. Supervisors were waged staff, not management, and the organization wanted to ensure that there were at least five people in every…
Discover the common challenges outlined by Patrick Lencioni and how to build a stronger, more resilient team. Learn about the absence of trust, fear of conflict, lack of commitment, avoidance of accountability, and inattention to results, and how to address them. Align your team, build trust, and prioritize results for a path to success.
The Pareto rule, also known as the 80/20 principle, is useful for analyzing and improving a wide range of systems, processes, and products. This principle states that 80% of the effects come from 20% of the causes. This concept can be applied in various areas, including business, finance, and personal life. In business, the Pareto rule is often used to identify the key drivers of revenue, costs, and customer complaints. Organizations can prioritize their efforts…
Problem-solving is a critical skill in every organization and industry. It involves identifying, analyzing, and resolving a problem or issue. The A3 problem-solving process is a simple, effective, and visual tool that can help organizations and individuals tackle problems in a structured and systematic manner. What is Problem-Solving A3? A3 stands for the A3 report, a document that outlines and reports on a problem-solving process. The A3 report is an 11×17-inch sheet of paper visually…
Kaizen is a Japanese term that translates to “improvement” or “change for the better.” It is a philosophy and a way of life that emphasizes continuous improvement in all areas. The Kaizen philosophy is based on the idea that small, incremental changes can lead to big improvements over time. The origins of Kaizen can be traced back to post-World War II Japan, where it was implemented in manufacturing companies to improve efficiency and quality. The…
In today’s fast-paced business environment, organizations constantly face complex problems that must be solved quickly and effectively. One approach that can help organizations to solve these problems is Analytic Troubleshooting. Developed by Kepner-Tregoe, a global consulting firm, Analytic Troubleshooting is a methodical approach to solving complex problems. It is based on four key steps: Situation Appraisal, Problem Analysis, Decision Analysis, and Potential Problem Analysis. The first step, Situation Appraisal, involves quickly assessing the situation and…