Kaizen and Kaizen Event Implementation

Part II. Kaizen Events

The next chapters will use everything I have previously outlined to explain the different types of kaizen events. Each chapter will be specific to the “theme” of the event. The proper planning criteria will be addressed in each chapter; however, keep in mind that preplanning items will vary depending on the theme of the event. I will still try to keep some consistency with what was discussed in the kaizen event timeline portion of Chapter 3. Each kaizen event chapter will follow the five-day event format. Just remember, not all events are five days long. Length will vary depending on the amount of work to be done. Chapter 5, 5S Kaizen Events, will describe the planning and execution of a kaizen event used to implement ...