Shared problem-solving routine for shop floor and office.
problem solving and standardisation
Problem solving and standardisation: find causes, keep standards
Solving problems structurally and building standards together
I work with methods such as PDCA, 5 Whys, Ishikawa, A3 and standard work, but always on your real cases. The goal is not a form, but a shared way of working: describe the problem, understand the cause, test a countermeasure, set the standard and check effectiveness.
Sound familiar?
When problems return again and again, it is often not a lack of will.
What you get
A robust basis for daily improvement:
Practical application to real deviations from your daily work.
Standards developed with the teams who use them.
Clear logic for cause, action, owner and effectiveness check.
Leaders who coach problem solving instead of prescribing answers.
Templates and routines that remain usable without external support.
Frequently asked questions
Problem solving and standardisation: frequently asked questions
Which methods do you use?
Depending on the case, I use PDCA, 5 Whys, Ishikawa, A3, standard work and simple visualisation.
Is this a training or a project?
Usually both. People learn on real problems and build robust standards at the same time.
Does it work in the office too?
Yes. Administrative errors, queries and waiting times can also be worked through structurally.
How do we avoid new paper standards?
Standards are created with the people who work with them and are tested directly in daily work.
Who should take part?
Leaders, process owners and employees from the affected areas.
What remains after the support?
A practised problem-solving routine, suitable standards and a clear way to check effectiveness.