List as many potential countermeasures as possible. Identify an effective countermeasure that directly addresses the root cause. Prioritise issues. Identify and make ready all tools an equipment for change in advance of the of the event. Brainstorming Priority list Gantt chart Pilot timetable Add Countermeasure All the below details are […]
Step 4. Analyse the root cause
Clarify the root cause. Consider as many potential cause factors as possible. Interviews praetor charts Data stratification 5 whys Cause and effects analysis Process Capability Analysis Scatter diagrams Box plots Regression & Correlation FMEA Identify areas for improvement Instructions Look at only the prioritized problem from step 2, brainstorm to […]
Step 3. Set The Targets
What outcome do I want? Visualise the desired results. Using the data, set a measurable and realistic goal. Goal Format: Action verb + object of the action + from “current state” + to “future state” by “date” e.g. Decrease average manufacturing lead time for product X from 10 days to […]
Step 2. Break Down The Problem
To complete the Step 2 enter all the Break Down Problem details and confirm that the step is completed. Prioritized Problem is mandatory to describe before completing the Step 2. What is the size of the problem? What data do I have? What are the component parts of this problem? […]
Step 1: Clarify The Problem
This is the first step of your A3 Online idea that you need to be complete it in the New Stage. Add required details and save the step 1 data and confirm that your first step of A3 project has been completed. Only the following users can change the status […]
How DO I Add A3(Online)?
Below are the steps to upload and complete A3 offline idea workflow actions. Add an A3 Online idea. Complete the Eight Steps Close an Idea. Add an A3 Online Idea. Enter Title. Enter Problem Statement. Enter Solution. Select Impact Areas. Add Attachments(if needed) Select Idea box Select Yes for Is this is […]
What Is A3(Online) And How It Works?
One way to describe the A3 is as “standardized storytelling” which refers to the ability of A3s to communicate both facts and meaning in a commonly understood format. Like any narrative tale, an A3 tells a complete story, with a beginning, a middle and an end, which can be traced […]
How to Add C3(A3) Offline Idea ?
A3 Offline Idea can be uploaded if A3 is already completed and just evaluation step need to be documented to allow idea points for the idea team. Below are the steps to upload and complete A3 offline idea workflow actions. Add an A3 Offline idea. Send Request Reviews. Request again(if […]
Smart Idea Dashboard
Where Can I See All My ideas?
It shows all your ideas where you may be an initiator or team member. You have two options for viewing the list of your ideas. 1 . By using the Quick Links. 2. By using Idea Library: Go to the Smart Ideas Tools->Idea Library->My Idea Board. Filter My Ideas: You […]
