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Process Mapping method illustration showing its working structure
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Process Mapping
Paper illustration for ABC Analysis
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ABC Analysis
Paper illustration for Standard Work Analysis.
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Standard Work Analysis
Purposedifferent
With a confusing workflow that has many handoffs, the method makes the actual process visible. It shows where work is passed on, delayed, or duplicated, so improvement targets the right spots.With many similar objects of differing economic significance, the method prioritizes effort by effect. It separates what needs regular steering from what rarely needs attention.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.
Complexitydifferent
MediumLowMedium
Timedifferent
1-3 h30-60 min1-3 h
Participantsdifferent
3-101-52-6
Formatdifferent
WorkshopAsyncWorkshop
Outputdifferent
Process Map, Handoff List, Improvement BacklogABC Classification, Focus Rules, Control ListStandard Work Sheet, Deviation List, Improved Standard, Training Needs
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ProcessOperationsImprovement
PrioritizationOperationsPortfolio
LeanProcessQuality
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Gemba Walk workspace showing the question, observations, and next decision.
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Gemba Walk
A3 Problem-Solving workspace showing the question, observations, and next decision.
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A3 Problem Solving
Paper illustration of a review with planned work, actual event sequence, comparison, and assigned improvement actions.
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After-Action Review
Paper illustration for Failure Mode and Effects Analysis
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Failure Mode and Effects Analysis