Why They Fail!, Episode #4 – “Why Capability?…” Welcome to “Why They Fail,” the podcast that dissects the downfall of continuous improvement initiatives. Your host, Kevin Clay, a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with over 25 years...
In the early days of software development, project management followed a sequential design process known as the ‘waterfall’ model. This approach was well-suited for projects with well-defined, unchanging requirements. However, the nature of software...
Table of contentsWhat Is 5 Why Problem-Solving?Why the “5 Whys”?What are the Benefits of the 5 Whys?When to Use This Method?What Is The Origin of 5 Whys Diagram?How to Use the 5 Whys Diagram?Important Things to RememberThe 5 Whys and the Fishbone...
Root Cause Analysis (RCA) systematically identifies the primary causes of an event, especially an undesired outcome. This process helps develop effective corrective actions. It goes beyond immediate causes and looks at the breakdowns in processes and systems that led...
Operational Excellence (OpEx) is a business philosophy and methodology that aims to improve processes, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction. Its origins lie in the success of the Toyota Production System (TPS), which revolutionized manufacturing in Japan...