In this (by now rather long) series of blog posts on the Eight Disciplines Problem Solving (8D) I have explained the nine (!) steps of the 8D in detail. In this last blog post of this series, I will now look at the strengths and weaknesses of the Eight Disciplines Problem Solving, especially in comparison to the Toyota Practical Problem Solving (PPS). Both aim to solve problems, but do so slightly differently. Let me give you my thoughts…
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The Eight Disciplines Problem Solving (8D)—D7 and D8
In this series of posts I go through the Eight Disciplines Problem Solving (8D) in more detail. In my last post, I talked about D5: Develop Permanent Solution and D6: Implement Permanent Solution. In this post I will go into more detail on the last two points, D7: Prevent Recurrence and D8: Close Problem and Recognize Contributors. This would close the review of the 8D, but I have one more post on my general comments on 8D in comparison to other methods like the Toyota Practical Problem Solving. Read on!
The Eight Disciplines Problem Solving (8D)—D5 and D6
In this series of posts I go through the Eight Disciplines Problem Solving (8D) in more detail. In my last post, I talked about D4: Root Cause Analysis and Escape Points, which is almost two separate points. In this post I will go into more detail of D5: Develop Permanent Solution and D6: Implement Permanent Solution. My next post will look at the last two disciplines of the 8D with D7: Prevent Recurrence and D8: Close problem and Recognize Contributors. Read on!
The Eight Disciplines Problem Solving (8D)—D4
In this series of posts I go through the Eight Disciplines Problem Solving (8D) in more detail. In my last post, I talked about D2: Describe the Problem and D3: Develop Interim Containment Plan. In this post I will go into more detail of D4: Root Cause Analysis and Escape Points. (Now you can probably guess what my next post will be all about too.) Read on!
The Eight Disciplines Problem Solving (8D)—D2 and D3
In this series of posts I go through the Eight Disciplines Problem Solving (8D) in more detail. In my last post, I talked about D0: Preparation and Emergency Response Actions and D1: Establish a Team. In this post I will go into more detail of D2: Describe the Problem and D3: Develop Interim Containment Plan. (Now you can probably guess what my next post will be all about too). Read on!
When to Use the the Eight Disciplines Problem Solving (8D)
This series of blog posts looks into more detail at the Eight Disciplines Problem Solving (8D), a popular method to tackle recurring problems. In my last post, I looked at where the Eight Disciplines Problem Solving (8D) originated, like the Ford Pinto fuel tank scandal. This post goes deeper into what the Eight Disciplines Problem Solving is actually for, when to use it, and when not.
Asking What—When—Where—Why—Who—How… and Then Some… for the Toyota Practical Problem Solving
The Toyota Practical Problem Solving is a very structured approach to solve problems. The underlying PDCA is broken down into multiple steps, where the “Plan” part especially is divided into Clarify the Problem, Break Down the Problem, Set a Target, and a Root-Cause Analysis. In this post I will look at the What—When—Where—Why—Who—How structure, also known as the 5W1H, that can help you when clarifying the problem. This structure was used in journalism starting around 1913, but may originate from Greek antiquity. It is also a useful structure for problem solving.
A Low-Tech Alternative to Pick by Light: Pick by Stencil
Pick by Light is a well-known technology in manufacturing to simplify the picking of multiple parts for kitting. It is a proven technology, albeit setting it up is still time-consuming. In this post I would like to show you a low-tech alternative that I have seen at the BMW Group Dingolfing plant: Pick by Stencil! You use a pattern, stencil, or jig to have one slot for each part of this particular pick. Another pick simply uses another stencil. Let me show you…