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4M Analysis Process

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The purpose of this procedure is to define the steps to do a 4M Analysis of a system or subsystem. The goal of this 4M Analysis Procedure is to reduce losses in the factory by using the Equipment Attributes as a guideline to achieve this end. Focused Improvement training can be taken here 4M Analysis Steps Define Improvement StatementList Issues into CategoriesResolve Issues Define Improvement Statement 4M Fishbone Diagram Select a process system or item that can be replaced by another type of system if necessary.Each attribute contains a definition and a set of details that define its purpose Define Statement for Fishbone “Improve”Select ProcessSelect AttributeStatement Improve COB Unloading Area General & Operator Maintainability List Issues Into Categories Put a category on each branch of the fishbone and fill in the attributes of each category on the branch 4M Fishbone Diagram List Issues Into Categories Man Skill Technology Organization Resources Communications Machine Design Installation Supplier Methods Schedule Procedure Material Design Quality Other Budget Demand Now the team asked the questions of each category: (Evaluating “Man & Skill”) How does “a person’s skill affect the process we are trying to improve”.After each question, all of the issues that arise are listed under …

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