Industrial Problem Solving Simplified: An 8-Step Program

Summary

In summary, the following eight steps are required to solve problems simply and successfully:

1. Adequately and completely define the problem.

2. Define the fault characteristics.

3. Construct a concept sheet to augment a plan of attack.

4. Develop a plan of attack.

5. Collect accurate data that is relevant to the study.

6. Choose and use analysis tools (observations).

7. Use innovative analysis tools (easy-to-use comparisons).

8. Establish consistent work and many-level reviews.

Preliminary requirements for eradicating faults are as follows:

• Agree on the specific problem definitions.

• Be sure that everyone involved is able to visually inspect the fault, and ...