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P-M Analysis Basics
P dash M Analysis is a systematic Problem-Solving Philosophy for Chronic Losses. The term P-M Analysis comes from the following origin: P – Phenomena(non), Physical; M – Mechanism, Relationship (Machine, Man/Woman, Material, Method) When To Use P-M Analysis? Root Cause Analysis Two Types of Problem Solving Techniques Why is the 5-why Analysis effective?…
Read More »12-Step Kaizen Story
The Key Tool for Executing Continuous Improvement 12-Step Kaizen is a Better Defined CAP-Do Check Identify where the losses are Justify the subject selection by stratifying the data Understand the process and equipment Grasp the actual situation (Identify the Phenomenon) Establish the objective Establish a Work Plan Analyze Determine Root…
Read More »Breakdown analysis. Case Study
Let’s review an example of Breakdown Analysis of the failure that occurred in real life in the material handling department of a manufacturing factory: Step 1. 5W+1H and Phenomenon Summary Start your Breakdown analysis by answering six simple questions: 5 whys and 1 how Phenomenon Summary Use all answers from…
Read More »5 WHY Analysis, a TPM Tool for Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Section 1 5 WHY Process Causes of Losses are Often Complicated: Common Failure scenario: 1. Management system breakdown2. Failure to implement countermeasures3. Premature equipment failure4. Employees fail to follow the procedure5. Failure to ID & Respond6. Large Loss Results 5 Why Analysis is Proactive Addresses the Underlying Causes of Losses:…
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