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| Criterion |  Operations Kaizen Event |  Operations A3 Problem Solving |  Delivery Value Stream Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | 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. | 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 delivery work dissolves into wait times, handoffs, and hidden effort, Value Stream Mapping makes the actual flow visible. The method exposes bottlenecks, idle time, and feedback loops so lead time and improvement levers become tangible. |
Complexitysame | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 0.5-5 Tage | 45-90 min | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 4-10 | 2-5 | 4-10 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Kaizen Charter, Waste List, Improvement Experiments, Standard Work Update | A3 Report, Action Plan, Root Cause Analysis | Current-state map, Future-state map, Bottleneck list |
Tags1 shared | LeanContinuous improvementOperations | LeanProblem solvingCoachingOperations | LeanFlowWasteDelivery |
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