Maps
Waste
Direct Observation
A3 Thinking
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What is mapping used for in DO?

This is a tool used to reflect on observations and identify waste.

100

What does NVA stand for?

Non-Value Added 

100

What is the DO Principle?

Deeply understanding the current reality at the source of the process, not the results of the process to see how activities are performed, how customers & suppliers are connected, and how information, material and people flow. 

100

What is an A3?

Template that contains the problem, analysis, and action plan on one page.

100

What is this acronym - AAR?

After Action Review

200

What is a Top-down flowcharts purpose?

Overview and Boundaries - defines scope and boundaries of a process

200

what is over production waste?

Produce more than/before it is required

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What are the 3 steps to Direct Observation

1. Pre-plan

2. Got to where the work is done - "Gemba"

3. Analyze results

200
T or F: Is an A3 a living document?

True

200

What is Rapid Integrated Lean?

A methodology for creating standards based on LEAN principles that is systematic and reproducible. It provides a consistent way to get exceptional and repeatable results.

300

T or F - Swim lanes visually show where the process crosses departmental or functional silos.

True

300

What are the benefits of waste elimination?

Drives higher efficiency and effectiveness. This can include lower inventory levels, shorter process times, lower costs, improved quality, and reduced frustration.

300

What is 1 type of Process Map that can be used for DO?

Top-down flowchart, Activity Map, Product/Process Map, Spaghetti Map, Solar map, Value stream Map


300

What are the 4 sections of an A3 Template

1. Clear Problem Statement

2. Root Cause Analysis/5 Why's

3. Future State Hypothesis 

4. Action Plan/ Counter Measure

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What company originally developed the 5 Whys Concept?

Toyota Industries Corporation

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What is a spaghetti map?

To display path traveled by product, people, or material. This map is used to measure distance traveled, clearly shows excess travel, and highlights inefficient layouts. 

400

What are the 7 Types of Lean Waste?

Defects, Motion, Overproduction, Transportation, Inventory, Overprocessing, & Waiting

400

What is the number 1 thing you should not do during a DO?

Don't influence the current reality. Do not coach, correct, or guide the performer

400

When should an A3 be used?

1. Collaborative thinking is needed

2. You want to make thinking visible

3. You have a knowledge gap

4. You need to pass potential countermeasures for a problem.

400

Can you name 2 of the 7 steps in Value Stream Mapping

1. Define customer and value

2. define boundaries

3. Walk the process

4. Construct & Analyze Current State

5. Visualize Ideal State

6. Construct Future State

7. Measure Progress and Reflect

500

What does VSM stand for?

Value Stream Mapping

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Can you name the 3 process "Work" activities that can be grouped?

1. Value-added (VA) work 

2. Non value-added but required work (NVAR)

3. Non value added (NVA) and not necessary

500

Why do we need DO?

 Helps highlight opportunities for improvement and creates the foundation for change

500

Where does A3 thinking fit in the 4 rules of our Lean System?

Rule 4. How Work is improved 

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What are the 4 rules of our Lean System

1. How work is structured

2. How work Connects

3. How work flows

4. How work is improved