A3 Problem solving & Process Improvement

The webinar aids in identifying and eliminating root causes of A3 Problem Solving, a methodology used in TQM, Six Sigma, and Statistical Process Control.
July 10, 2024
Time: 10:30 AM PDT | 01:30 PM EDT
Duration: 90 Minutes
IMG Quarterman Lee
Id: 7012
Live
Session
$119.00
Single Attendee
$249.00
Group Attendees
Recorded
Session
$159.00
Single Attendee
$359.00
Group Attendees
Combo
Live+Recorded
$249.00
Single Attendee
$549.00
Group Attendees

Overview:

A3 Problem Solving is a methodology for addressing a wide variety of problems. It is especially effective for those difficult, recurring problems that never seem to really get resolved. It is an important component of TQM, Six Sigma and Statistical Process Control. This program will help participants to identify and eliminate root causes.

Why you should Attend:

  • You have quality problems that crop up repeatedly.
  • When problems arise, people blame each other.
  • When everyone disagrees on causes and solutions to problems.
  • Work processes are convoluted and complicated. 
  • When a problem is serious enough to threaten the business or endanger people. 

Areas Covered in the Session:

  • What is a "Problem and why does it persist?"
  • What is A Root Cause?
  • The A3 Procedure
  • The Power of Teams
  • Defining The Problem
  • Analyzing Information
  • Using Statistical Process Control
  • Identifying The Root Cause
  • Discovering and implementing good Solutions
  • Evaluating Possible Solutions
  • Training Your People

Who Will Benefit:

  • Mid and Upper level management. This short webinar builds understanding and appreciation for the techniques and sets the stage for more in-depth training.

Speaker Profile

Quarterman Lee has been a trusted advisor to business and industrial clients for more than 30 years. Prior positions at Ford Motor Company, Rockwell-International, McDonnell-Douglas and Crown- Zellerbach provided broad experience in Plant Engineering, Product Engineering and Management. Mr. Lee has authored more than 200 articles, books, papers and training programs. He holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University. Based in Kansas City, Missouri, USA, he has travel globally on training and consulting assignments.

Mr. Lee helps optimize material systems, manufacturing systems, workcells and other processes. Mr. Lee is widely known for his work in Manufacturing Strategy, bridging the gap between the Marketing and Manufacturing functions of business. His experience includes:

Facilities/Layout Planning for Factories, offices, & Warehouses
Supply Chain & Distribution Strategy
Production and Industrial Engineering
Lean Manufacturing
Manufacturing Strategy
Productivity Improvement
Materials Handling
Warehousing & Physical Distribution