The Toyota Kata Practice Guide: Developing Scientific Thinking Skills for Superior Results-in 20 Minutes a Day

APPENDIX

FORMS AND TEMPLATES

THE IMPROVEMENT KATA

A SCIENTIFIC PATTERN FOR EVERYONE

Let’s face it—we have a natural tendency to jump to conclusions without realizing that our unconscious predispositions are influencing what we see, think, and do. You can make scientific, creative working a habit and get more comfortable with uncertainty by practicing the repeatable, four-step pattern called the Improvement Kata.

Learner’s Storyboard

Coaching Kata Five Question Card

Current Condition / Target Condition Form

Steps of Process Analysis

Timing Form ...