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Paper illustration for Standard Work Analysis.
Operations
Standard Work Analysis
Paper illustration for PERT Estimation.
Decision Making
PERT Estimation
Paper illustration for NoEstimates.
Agile
NoEstimates
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.On complex initiatives, a plain average tends to understate just how uncertain the outcome really is. It separates options, evaluation criteria, and open risks. The result is captured as a PERT Estimate, Expected Value, and Risk Notes.When estimating slows a team down more than it helps, it shifts the focus to flow, small slices, and real lead time. It sorts work by value, risk, and delivery ability. The result is captured as Throughput Data, Flow Forecast, and Slicing Rules.
Complexitysame
MediumMediumMedium
Timedifferent
1-3 h15-45 minlaufend
Participantsdifferent
2-61-82-12
Formatdifferent
WorkshopWorkshop + asyncWorkshop + async
Outputdifferent
Standard Work Sheet, Deviation List, Improved Standard, Training NeedsPERT Estimate, Expected Value, Risk NotesThroughput Data, Flow Forecast, Slicing Rules
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LeanProcessQuality
EstimationUncertaintyRisk
EstimationForecastingFlow
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Paper illustration for Three-Point Estimation.
Decision Making
Three-Point Estimation
Paper illustration for Dot Estimation.
Facilitation
Dot Estimation
Paper illustration for Failure Mode and Effects Analysis
Operations
Failure Mode and Effects Analysis
Gemba Walk workspace showing the question, observations, and next decision.
Operations
Gemba Walk