Quality Focus Kaizen

Following are the steps for quality focus Kaizen:

1. Introduction and review of objectives with Team members and study the data.
2. Discuss the problems with operators concerned on site where the quality problem exists by performing 5W + 1 H (What, When, Where, Why, Who and How).
3. List out the expected levels of quality for the items under kaizen and examine the defects/failures keenly and define the effect or symptoms of quality problems.
4. Look for the signals or physical conditions in the processes that could cause these quality problems.
5. Conclude a statement (Cause and Effect) that exactly defines the problems and construct a cause and Effect diagram, after brainstorming and reaching a consensus.
6. Collect data on identified causes and select the best solution after brainstorming for possible solutions.
7. Implement the solution, monitor and document the results and follow up to ensure permanent implementation of solution.