A3 practical problem solving
The A3 problem solving visual management board helps to highlight and eliminate problems efficiently. It is a form of lean management that seeks to find the root cause of an issue and implement a plan to solve the problem. Consequently the following categories are generally included on an A3 practical problem solving board: Problem Description, Current Situation and Root Cause Analysis. Moreover, show Countermeasures and an Implementation Plan. Lastly, show Standard Work updates and Check Results.
Include a Fishbone diagram on your A3 problem solving board
So, a fishbone diagram can be used as prompts to explore the root cause of a problem. Categories on a fishbone diagram can include Materials, Man, Method, Environment and Measurement.
Fully describing the problem is part way to resolving it. In addition, fully identify root causes and generate ideas. Furthermore, to come up with countermeasures.
Utilise the full potential of an A3 problem solving board
Firstly, show your implementation plan. Consequently, track progress in an orderly and visual way. Furthermore, updates are quick and easy with dry wipe. Above all, encourage the team to explore possible solutions.
Benefits of an A3 problem solving board
In addition to root cause analysis and implementing an action plan, remember that an A3 problem solving board is a visual tool. Just as in these examples, we can design your board using company branding and colours. Above all, make a visual management board that is visually appealing, Consequently, improve staff engagement.
See also our Practical Problem Solving Boards.
Firstly, fully describe the problem. Secondly, analyse root causes
A fishbone diagram provides visual prompts
Highly visual problem solving
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Durable ticket holders
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Our Approach
We create visual management boards everyday. As a result we have plenty of experience. We work for organisations in food production, the power industry, national rail, pharmaceuticals, education, healthcare, packaging and distribution.
Our team works with a simple idea or sketch and creates a professionally designed layout. This is then turned into a highly functional visual management board.
We offer customised options because we want to create the perfect board for you. So, here are a few examples. We can add magnetic areas or a dry-wipe finish (for use with whiteboard pens). Furthermore, you can choose Red/Green sliders or R.A.G. (Red, Amber, Green) status dials so you can quickly and visually update your board. These are just a few examples of the ways in which our boards can be tailored to meet your needs. You may also be interested in whiteboard overlays that can be used on top of an existing magnetic board.
