Practical problem solving process according to Toyota
Quick and structured problem solving process by using A3 report
For managers as well as plant, production, quality, logistics, development and division executives
Why attend this seminar
(Practical ) Problem solving is the „power“ behind continuous improvement, which is the backbone of Lean/TPS.
There is a lot of discussion how to introduce Lean and especially a CI (continuous improvement) Culture. After years of failed trials the reality of CI is hard disciplined work! It contains mainly identifying and solving business’s problems (and searching its improvement opportunities) at a higher level and to a deeper degree (search for root causes) as the competition does.
Second big reality is: most of the companies believe they are capable in problem solving, but actually they are mean or less than mean. Many just do action lists and firefighting and even these are not followed up systematically and sustainable.
Therefore a real wide based ability in Practical Problem solving is the unique and most effective tool in order to become a learning Organization.
Benefit for your work, what you will learn and keep in mind
What you learn from Toyota PPS experts …
... the „original“ Toyota A3 PPS approach and how it differs from traditional methods e.g. 8D etc.
... step by step detailed understanding of each level, supported by practical examples and hints
... authentic-life examples from a Production environment, which will be worked out in the shopfloor
... a clear understanding of how PPS is transferred from the day-to-day deviation between KPI targets and actual performance
... how to create an crew of problem solvers via Shopfloor Management and a CI culture