"Process mapping on steroids." That's how John Dyer used to describe value stream mapping back when VSM was just beginning to assert itself as a new continuous improvement tool and process mapping was ...

The ability to solve complex problems effectively has become a defining factor for success. Yet, despite the abundance of tools and methodologies available, I've noticed organizations often struggle ...

Business process mapping is the strategic analysis of identifying and creating a visual depiction of the process flow of various areas of an organization. For example, the supply chain cycle is an ...

Process validations are crucial when assessing and mitigating risks associated with manufactured medical devices. Basic steps can also be taken to improve problem-solving and root cause analysis. To ...

Frequently employed in the automotive industry, among others, the eight disciplines problem solving (8D) methodology is a quality practice aimed at product and process improvement that can help ...

Strategic problem solving is a critical business skill, for both management and front-line workers. For management, a large portion of strategic problem solving involves predicting problems that ...