Lean Six Sigma Bursts E111: Lean Six Sigma Best Practices - Part 2
Oct 14, 2024
Discover the power of daily huddles for fast problem-solving and performance reviews. Learn how to prioritize improvements using Pareto charts, addressing the biggest issues first. Explore how Toyota fosters a culture of problem detection and coaching rather than merely copying solutions. Brion emphasizes the importance of statistical thinking to differentiate between consistent process issues and random variations. Finally, find out how to protect time for kaizen and risk prevention to create a proactive improvement culture.
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Daily Huddles And Rapid Escalation
- Hold short daily huddles to review yesterday's results and plan today's work.
- Escalate unresolved issues the same day so management can act before knowledge is lost.
Prioritize With Pareto And Tiered Meetings
- Track recurring issues with simple Pareto charts and chip away at the biggest problems first.
- Use a tiered meeting system so top management sees urgent issues within hours, not days.
Separate Noise From Real Differences
- Use statistical thinking to separate process noise from real signals before praising or penalizing people.
- Only consistent statistical differences justify attributing performance to individuals.