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Criterion
Paper illustration of a Concept Map with concepts and labelled links
Knowledge Modeling
Concept Mapping
Paper illustration for Standard Work Analysis.
Operations
Standard Work Analysis
Paper illustration for Kaizen Event.
Operations
Kaizen Event
Purposedifferent
Concept Mapping arranges terms and relationships in a network that makes subject-matter connections tangible. It fits when a topic needs to be understood structurally rather than linearly.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.For a tightly scoped process segment with noticeable waste, the method bundles shared energy for change. It suits situations that call for fast learning loops and visible adjustments.
Complexitysame
MediumMediumMedium
Timedifferent
1-2 h1-3 h0.5-5 Tage
Participantsdifferent
1-82-64-10
Formatdifferent
Workshop + asyncWorkshopWorkshop
Outputdifferent
Concept Map, Relationship Labels, Knowledge GapsStandard Work Sheet, Deviation List, Improved Standard, Training NeedsKaizen Charter, Waste List, Improvement Experiments, Standard Work Update
Tagsno overlap
KnowledgeConceptsMappingSensemaking
LeanProcessQuality
LeanContinuous improvementOperations
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Gemba Walk workspace showing the question, observations, and next decision.
Operations
Gemba Walk
A3 Problem-Solving workspace showing the question, observations, and next decision.
Operations
A3 Problem Solving
A paper-based illustration representing Domain Storytelling with its core stages and visible working result.
Knowledge Modeling
Domain Storytelling