Going Beyond the Box

To Build a Business, You Have to Think Like a Business

It isn’t enough to merely set the system in place. Any good business implements systems that are ever-growing, continuously improving, and flexible to change.

Grit

Grit Description

LFS takes a systematic approach to problem-solving. If the problem is present, the system must be designed to address it and eliminate it. Making these problems clear to employees is the first step towards addressing the issue and facilitating teamwork to get things done. Whether its an Andon signaling an issue or an employee providing a suggestion, a working business is designed to address the issue head on. 

Improvement Description

LFS takes a systematic approach to problem-solving. If the problem is present, the system must be designed to address it and eliminate it. Making these problems clear to employees is the first step towards addressing the issue and facilitating teamwork to get things done. Whether its an Andon signaling an issue or an employee providing a suggestion, a working business is designed to address the issue head on. 

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The Scientific Method

LFS takes a systematic approach to problem-solving.  The goal is to make problems clear to all employees at all levels and to facilitate teamwork to solve these problems.  The improvement process is triggered in two ways:

 

  • Andon signal indicates that a process is not meeting the performance standard.
  • Employee suggestions and ideas to improve the process.

 

The Root Cause Problem Solving process is launched to solve problems quickly using methods like the “Five Whys” or the Ishikawa (Fishbone) Diagram. The scientific method of problem solving is used to ensure a disciplined approach: Problem, Cause, Solution, Action, Measure.  If the team cannot solve the problem then more advanced Data Analysis tools are employed.  Strategic Planning is linked to the process, ensuring that product, engineering and capital decisions take into consideration the problems being triggered and suggestions of the team.

The Root Cause Problem Solving process is launched to solve problems quickly using methods like the “Five Whys” or the Ishikawa (Fishbone) Diagram. The scientific method of problem solving is used to ensure a disciplined approach: Problem, Cause, Solution, Action, Measure.  If the team cannot solve the problem then more advanced Data Analysis tools are employed.  Strategic Planning is linked to the process, ensuring that product, engineering and capital decisions take into consideration the problems being triggered and suggestions of the team.

Tools for Improvement Design

Root Cause Problem Solving

Problem, Cause, Solution, Action, Measure, at all levels.

Andon

A clear signal that there is a problem.

Improvement Events

Organizing the team around improvement and culture change.

Data Analysis

Powerful analysis for complex issues.

Strategic Planning

Problem solving at the highest level.

Rewards and Recognition

Appreciating is the fuel that powers a world of trust and happiness.