Generate and evaluate solutions
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- Articulate the purpose of the improve phase
- List commonly used tools and techniques
Learning objectives
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Improve phase
Define
Houston, we
have a problem
Measure
How bad is it?
Analyze
Find the
Root Cause
Improve
Fix it- Eliminate
Root Cause
Control
Make it
stay fixed
Generate, evaluate & select
solution
Pilot & Implement
solution
To learn from pilots of the selected solutions(s) and execute full-scale implementation
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Introduction to Improve
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This roadmap shows the activities and tools of the Improve phase. It is designed to give you a good overview of the main steps in Improve.
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Key steps in Improve
- Develop potential solutions
- Evaluate, select, and optimize best solutions
- Develop to-be value stream map
- Develop and implement pilot solution
- Confirm attainment of project goals
- Develop and execute full-scale implementation plan
- Prepare for improve gate review
The rules of brainstorming are not made to be broken. Adhere to them to keep the free flow of ideas coming.
Note that the worst form of “judgment” happens in people’s own minds (what you can call “self-censorship”). Encourage people to ignore that little voice that tells them: “silly idea” or “they’ll never buy it” and to just blurt out their thoughts.
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Solutions
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- List commonly used tools and techniques
Learning objectives
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Thank you!
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