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| Criterion | ![]() Operations Waste Analysis | ![]() Operations ABC Analysis | ![]() Operations 8D Problem Solving |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | For a process that keeps people busy but creates little value, the method exposes waste. It directs attention to unnecessary movement, waiting times, rework, and overdelivery. | 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. | For an acute quality or delivery problem, the method structures immediate protection and root cause work together. It keeps the situation stable while the actual cause is investigated cleanly. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Low | High |
Timedifferent | 45-120 min | 30-60 min | 1-6 Wochen |
Participantsdifferent | 2-8 | 1-5 | 4-10 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Waste Map, Prioritized Waste, Improvement Backlog | ABC Classification, Focus Rules, Control List | 8D Report, Containment Plan, Root Cause Evidence, Corrective Action Plan |
Tagsno overlap | WasteLeanProcess improvement | PrioritizationOperationsPortfolio | QualityProblem solvingRoot cause |
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