Action Plan Template

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The action plan is a powerful tool that can be used in strategic planning and tactical continuous improvement events. Don't spend hours building your template when you can download the time tested action plan from lean strategies international LLC today. You get 3 downloads with your purchase and formats that are compatible with both Mac and Windows.  Templates load easily into google sheets too.

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RACI Matrix

The RACI matrix is a matrix/tool that is used to track and increase accountability within a project.  RACI stands for Responsible, Accountable, Consult and Informed.  The model is used to organize and clarify projects by listing action items and the responsible individuals.

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Kanban Card Templates

Kanban is one tool within the just in time production system. Kanban is used to connect information flow to the necessary action or production of a customer need. The Kanban system works off of the pull of the customer creating a more demand driven enterprise which results in lower inventory levels, less waiting and better control of production amounts. The Japanese word loosely translated means card, billboard or sign but often times other sensory notifications such as empty spaces, cones or lights are used to notify a supplier of a customer need.
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5 Why Template

The 5 why technique is a simple and effective method of performing a root cause analysis.  The approach is most often used with the cause and effect or fishbone diagram.  The 5 why's are performed by asking why five times and listening as shown in the picture above.  To learn more about the 5 why analysis visit our post on our blog page "Listen to the Gemba" entitled, Why oh Why?
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Cycle Time Template

  Cycle time is the amount of time it takes to complete an individual operation or task from start to finish.  Although cycle time is an easy metric to measure using a template to automate details like averages, sums and keeping forms of data organized can be very helpful. 
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Tollgate Template

Six sigma and many other forms of project management use "tollgates"  to check the progress of projects in relation to their objectives.  When an assigned individual approves that the team has successfully completed one stage of the project, the team then can "pass" on to the next stage of the project or initiative.  If the team does not successfully complete a stage they can not "pass" on to the next phase.

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  In six sigma the DMAIC methodology is used.  Team members may establish toll gates between the Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control phases of the methodology.  At each of these points the team must receive approval before moving on.
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Control Plan

  The control plan is a tool used in the control phase of the DMAIC method. The tool is used for documenting the functional elements of quality control that are to be implemented in order to ensure that quality standards are met for a particular product, process, project or service. The intent of the control plan is to formalize and document the system of control that will be utilized in such a way that everyone can understand, while minimizing and controlling variation in the process, product or service.
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A3 Template

​The name A3 is actually in reference to the size of paper the report is placed on.  This report collects all key pieces of information and allows users to review all key elements of improvement events/kaizen events on one piece of paper.  From a philosophical standpoint A3 refers to a thinking process used by many lean and six sigma practitioners for solving problems or taking advantage of opportunities.  The thought process is outlined above.  To learn more about A3 thinking visit a recent post in our blog Listen to the Gemba titled The Size of your brain matters not, A3 will fit!
  • Includes General A3, DMAIC A3 and PDCA A3.
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Balanced Scorecard

  The balanced scorecard shows key metrics on a dashboard which provide key performance indicators and insight regarding four main areas of an organization: Financial, Customer, Internal Business Processes and Learning and Growth.  The balanced scorecard is used in strategic planning and management in a wide variety of industries.  For more in depth study of the balanced scorecard we recommend reading Dr. Robert Kaplan and Dr. David Norton's book titled The Balanced Scorecard: Translating Strategy into Action.
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Pareto Priority Index Template - REV A.

  The Pareto Priority Index or PPI is a method of performing a cost to benefit analysis used in quantifying potential projects.  The analysis weighs the savings and probability of success against the cost and time of completion.  This measure often includes no customer input.  When prioritizing your project options it is a good idea to take into consideration customer surveys and other qualitative means before final project selections are made.
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Fishbone Diagram Templates

  The fishbone diagram is a structured analysis tool used to organize potential causes associated with a speciffic effect.  Why have others make the template for you when you can get a Sales Fishbone, Manufacturing Fishbone and Transactional Fishbone all in one.  Don't waste time having employees spend their labor on templates.  Please note templates can easily be modified to fit your needs.  Email: info@leanstrategiesinternational.com and design your custom fishbone today!

   Learn more about the Fishbone Diagram in our recent blog:  The Fishbone Diagram.
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Custom Excel, Powerpoint, Word Templates

  Do you need a custom excel, powerpoint or word template for a project, presentation or daily task?  Why spend hours of labor on templates, when you could be focusing on what's important.  Partner with Lean Strategies International today to create a custom template that meets your needs while you continue focusing on what's important.  Best of all you get:
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  2. Access to revise and recreate elements.
  3. Confidence that if you lose it, we've got it.
  4. Free replacements.

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Takt Time Calculator - Updated APRIL 2018

Takt time is a German phrase for the baton the conductor uses to set the tempo of an orchestra. In Lean and Six Sigma applications Takt time refers to the rate that products and/or services need to be completed in, in order to keep up with customer demand. Calculating and monitoring takt time can help you see whether a process is meeting the rate needed to match demand or not. The Takt time calculator is a quick and easy template that allows users to take elements like: break times, lunch times, downtime into consideration and automatically calculate your takt time. All you have to do is input numbers.


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