The purpose of a root cause analysis is to determine the true causes of a problem to implement targeted measures.
As the picture illustrates, a problem (the tree) can have many causes (roots). Over time, the symptoms (leaves of the tree) and the problem (tree) grow larger and become more and more visible.
A recurring theme during the day was exploitation and exploration.
Lean Six Sigma helps you reduce costs, improve quality and increase productivity.
By applying the fact-based improvement method Lean Six Sigma, you achieve measurable results.
You learn how to improve flow, center processes and reduce variation.
To me, Lean Six Sigma is about challenging established truths by asking questions and require facts. Questions enable us to develop and innovate.
Some questions can be perceived as criticism therefore it is important to focus on the process, not the person.
A young girl stood watching her mother prepare baked fish for dinner. The mother cut off the head and tail of the fish, and placed it in a oven-proof dish.
The girl frowns. «Why do you cut off the head and tail of the fish? I thought you should bake the fish whole?»
I was on a job trip, where the return journey did not go according to plan.
The result was a missed air plane, and Hertz received a damaged car in return.
What really happened and what was the root cause?
Lean is all about flow.
I like smooth flow. It also applies to traffic. I do not like queues and unnecessary waiting.
The other day I experienced poor flow. Close to where we live there is a road construction.
I love to hear about people and businesses that succeed using Lean and Six Sigma. They practice the tools because of the value.
Last weekend I had the pleasure of visiting a former colleague, Iver Frøsli, who combines a full-time job with farming.
I have spent my holiday in Norway enjoying our beautiful country and made a summer greeting for you (texted in English). It is about "Working smarter not harder".
To work smarter, it's important to take breaks. Pauses give time for reflection and to see with new eyes.
I was very impressed with Sissel's Lean Six Sigma knowledge. She makes it easy to identify improvements and create results.
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Sissel's commitment and expertise is impressive. Her contribution to our monitoring program has been precise and targeted, as well as very educational.
We are very happy with the work carried out; with your background and expertise, the outcome was what we were looking for.
Sissel is a competent and committed employee. She has been an important contributor to ensure progress. At the same time, she is accurate and deliveres good quality work.
Lean Tech delivered monitoring program for air emission. The assignment was delivered with the correct content at the right time. Recommended.
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L - Look for solutions
E – Enthusiastic
A – Analytical
N - Never give up
