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Paper illustration for Standard Work Analysis.
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Standard Work Analysis
Paper illustration for ALPEN Method
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ALPEN Method
Paper illustration for Eat the Frog
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Eat the Frog
Purposedifferent
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.With an overloaded day full of too many tasks, a realistic picture of the day emerges. The method connects estimating, deciding, and buffer thinking so planning fits available energy and time.The method protects energy and attention for the task that creates the largest progress and is often postponed.
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1-3 h10-20 min daily15-90 min daily
Participantsdifferent
2-611
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WorkshopAsyncAsync
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Standard Work Sheet, Deviation List, Improved Standard, Training NeedsDaily Plan, Time Estimates, Review NotesPriority Task, Completion Note, Daily Focus
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LeanProcessQuality
PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations
PrioritizationProductivityFocusExecution
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A paper tomato timer connects a focus task, short breaks and a work record.
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Pomodoro Technique
Gemba Walk workspace showing the question, observations, and next decision.
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Gemba Walk
Paper notes move from an inbox to action, project and calendar collections.
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Getting Things Done
Paper illustration for Ivy Lee Method
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Ivy Lee Method