Description: The A3 Workbook by Daniel D. Matthews Encouraging efficiency, clarity, and disciplined thinking, A3 problem solving identifies a problem, describes an objective, and summarizes fact finding and action steps on a single-A3-sized piece of paper. This workbook takes readers step-by-step through the development of an A3. It also includes worksheet templates that can be reproduced. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Encouraging efficiency, clarity, and disciplined thinking, A3 Problem Solving identifies a problem, describes the objective, and summarizes fact finding and action steps, all on a single A3-sized piece of paper. This approach provides all employees at all levels with a method to quickly identify a problem, analyze it to root cause, select appropriate countermeasures, and communicate necessary actions to decision makers. The A3 Workbook: Unlock Your Problem-Solving Mind is designed to teach A3 Problem Solving to workers at every level of an organization. Uniquely qualified to author this workbook, Daniel Matthews is an expert trainer with 30 years of training experience including Lean implementation and Training within Industry (TWI). Fourteen of those years he spent with the Toyota Company, which created and made use of the A3 as a core component of continuous quality improvement. This workbook provides a practical tool for solving specific problems or for making a specific proposal, while also encouraging the development of a corporate culture that empowers all employees to support continuous improvement.The workbook follows the progression of a basic A3 Problem Solving format, offering instructions every step of the way. To reinforce learning, it includes -- Case studies that readers can use to complete A3s Tips on how to improve the readability of A3s Examples of Problem Solving A3s, and a Proposal A3 Exercises to reinforce whats learned Worksheet templates that can be reproduced for future problem solving An effective problem-solving process is a critical part of implementing efficient business practices and a problem-solving culture is a fundamental component of empowering employees to support business improvements. Both of these components, taken together, can help any organization make continuous improvements on the long journey to creating a more productive and profitable business. Author Biography Daniel D. Matthews Table of Contents Introduction. Overview. Problem Situation. Target. Theme. Loud-&-Clear Speaker. Cause Analysis. Countermeasures. Implementation. Follow-up. Putting It All Together. Improve Your A3s Effectiveness. Appendices. Review The A3 Workbook can be used by companies to develop the problem-solving skills of their employees -leading not only to improved profit, quality, productivity, safety, and delivery, but also to a culture that understands the value of developing people at every level. With the workbook readers can actually practice applying the skills described in each section. Especially for managers who are realizing that they must develop their entire workforce in order to help their organization achieve its goals and objectives, The A3 Workbook provides anyone at any level within an organization with the tools they need to be effective problem solvers. --Sirreadalot.org, November 2010 Review Quote The A3 Workbook can be used by companies to develop the problem-solving skills of their employees -leading not only to improved profit, quality, productivity, safety, and delivery, but also to a culture that understands the value of developing people at every level. With the workbook readers can actually practice applying the skills described in each section. Especially for managers who are realizing that they must develop their entire workforce in order to help their organization achieve its goals and objectives, The A3 Workbook provides anyone at any level within an organization with the tools they need to be effective problem solvers. --Sirreadalot.org, November 2010 A3 Problem Solving is a problem-solving method that identifies a problem, describes the objective, and summarizes fact-finding and action steps all on one A3-sized piece of paper. This Book/CD-ROM package teaches A3 Problem Solving to workers at any level in an organization. The workbook follows the progression of a basic A3 Problem Solving format, with step-by-step instructions, case study exercises, and reproducible worksheet templates. About 45 pages of appendices provide answers for exercises, plus blank templates. The book can be used by companies and organizations to help develop the problem-solving skills of their employees, as part of a company culture that understands the value of developing people at every level. --In Research Book News, booknews.com, February 2011 Details ISBN143983489X Author Daniel D. Matthews Year 2010 ISBN-10 143983489X ISBN-13 9781439834893 Format Paperback Publisher Taylor & Francis Inc Media Book Pages 183 Short Title A3 WORKBK W/CD Language English Imprint Productivity Press Place of Publication Portland Country of Publication United States Affiliation Manufacturing Extension Partnership, National Institute of Standards and Technology Subtitle Unlock Your Problem-Solving Mind AU Release Date 2010-10-05 NZ Release Date 2010-10-05 US Release Date 2010-10-05 Publication Date 2010-10-05 UK Release Date 2010-10-05 Alternative 9781138464193 DEWEY 658.403 Illustrations 9 Tables, black and white; 84 Illustrations, black and white Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:139827852;
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ISBN-13: 9781439834893
Book Title: The A3 Workbook
Number of Pages: 183 Pages
Publication Name: The A3 Workbook: Unlock Your Problem-Solving Mind
Language: English
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Inc
Item Height: 280 mm
Subject: Management
Publication Year: 2010
Type: Textbook
Item Weight: 476 g
Author: Daniel D. Matthews
Item Width: 210 mm
Format: Paperback