The 5 whys of root cause analysis is a technique often used during problem solving procedure. It is based on asking “why?” 5 times in continuous order to find the root cause of problem. By asking why a problem occurred each time, the answer then turns into the premises of next question, forcing it [...]
A Kanban production control system is a visual system used to control production as a part of Lean Manufacturing or Just in Time (JIT). Being part of pull system, it can manage to control what to produce, how much to produce, and when to produce it. The aim of the Kanban production control system [...]
Brainstorming was first introduced by Alex F. Osborne around 1939. Disheartened from his workers’ inabilities to create innovative ideas, Osborne started developing new ways of thinking for problem solving within his organization. They were based on a teamwork approach rather than working as an independent individual. He started with organizing group thinking discussions and [...]
A gap analysis is process that compares actual state or performance of any company with their desired or future state. The method provides the series of actions that identifies missing strategies, processes, practices, capabilities, skill, technologies etc. and then suggest the solution that will be helping to complete desired goals of company. It is [...]
In the current climate business organizations can’t take the risk failing irrespective of the industry, just because their key player was lost at a critical stage. Cross training employees plays a vital role, so that losing one of them won’t cause an end to our organization. Basically, cross-training is an organized process to train [...]
What are Process Control Charts? Basically ‘Process Control Charts’ are where process data (outputs) are plotted out in the form of graphs or charts in a time-ordered cycle and it is a focused run chart. In simple terms we can say that it is a graph which is used to examine the behavior of [...]
In the construction industry we can define quality as the accomplishment of satisfactory performance levels from construction activities. The acceptable and satisfactory performance can be achieved when the activity fulfills or surpasses the customer’s or owner’s requirement. A quality policy for construction, is a document which summarise a construction company’s commitment to quality and [...]
A business continuity policy should be part of your company’s operational setup. Up to 25% of businesses fail to recover from disasters. It can be incredibly difficult for a small business to return to normalcy after an interruption. An insurance policy and emergency funds can only help you to an extent. Nonetheless, having a [...]
What is Andon System? Basically, an Andon System is part of Lean manufacturing which is designed to keep operators and managers on the alert about any occurring issues in real time and take counter measures without any delay. In simple terms, it can be defined as a visual tool where an abnormality can be [...]
What is Six Sigma? A new idea of quality management process was developed in 1986 by the American company Motorola in accordance with evolving markets and processes. This concept has been polished and refined over the years into a proper theory of principles and methods, designed for business transformation by means of a well-defined [...]
