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A3 Problem-Solving workspace showing the question, observations, and next decision.
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A3 Problem Solving
Paper illustration for Standard Work Analysis.
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Standard Work Analysis
Purposedifferent
For a complex deviation with several people involved, the method bundles problem, analysis, and decision onto one page. It creates a shared working space where causes, countermeasures, and follow-up fit together.When the same task is done differently depending on the person, the method exposes the reliable core. It creates comparability without unnecessarily choking off needed latitude.
Complexitysame
MediumMedium
Timedifferent
45-90 min1-3 h
Participantsdifferent
2-52-6
Formatdifferent
Workshop + asyncWorkshop
Outputdifferent
A3 Report, Action Plan, Root Cause AnalysisStandard Work Sheet, Deviation List, Improved Standard, Training Needs
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Gemba Walk workspace showing the question, observations, and next decision.
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Gemba Walk
Paper illustration for 8D Problem Solving.
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8D Problem Solving
Paper illustration for Failure Mode and Effects Analysis
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Failure Mode and Effects Analysis