What is SMED?
Table of contents What is SMED? The basics of SMED (Single Minute Exchange of Dies) Implementing SMED Step 1: Identify a Pilot area Step 2: Identify changeover elements Step 3: Separate External Changeover Elements Step 4: Convert Internal Elements into External...
What Is 5 Why Problem-Solving?
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...
What is Root Cause Analysis (RCA)?
Table of ContentsWhat is Root Cause Analysis (RCA)?Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Core PrinciplesGoals and BenefitsTypes of Root Causes5 Steps to Root Cause Analysis1- Define the Problem2- Collect Data3- Identify Possible Causal Factors4- Identify the Root Cause(s)5-...
What is Operational Excellence?
Table of contentsWhat is Operational Excellence (OpEx)?Continuous Improvement vs. Operational ExcellenceStructurePerformance ManagementProcess excellence (Continuous Improvement)Team performanceLeadership and culture10 Core Principles of Operational Excellence1- Seek...
