The Role of HR in a Continuous Improvement Organization: Attitude Towards Problem Solving
(Reposted by permission of the author from LinkedIn)
When Toyota began its search for a better way of doing business, they had no Toyota Production System. They knew their issues and were searching across the globe for answers. They could…
Situational Practical Problem Solving FAQ
Below are some frequently asked questions about Tom Adair's Situational Practical Problem Solving methodology and training. Let us know what you think by dropping a comment in the comments section at the bottom of the page.
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Over-Relying on Experience
Case History of Five Reasons Why We Fail to Solve Problems and What We Can Do About It! -- Over-Relying on Experience
Part 2 of a 5-Part Series
The following are five reasons why we fail in problem solving
Making assumptions
Over-relying…
Over Dependence on Memories
Case History of Five Reasons Why We Fail to Solve Problems and What We Can Do About It! -- Over-Dependence on Memories
Part 5 of a 5-Part Series
The following are five reasons why we fail in problem solving.
Making assumptions
Over-relying…
Preconceived Notions
Case History of Five Reasons Why We Fail to Solve Problems and What We Can Do About It! -- Preconceived Notions
Part 4 of a 5-Part Series
The following are five reasons why we fail in problem solving
Making assumptions
Over-relying…
Relying on Experts
Case History of Five Reasons Why We Fail to Solve Problems and What We Can Do About It! -- Relying on Experts
Part 3 of a 5-Part Series
The following are five reasons why we fail in problem solving.
Making assumptions
Over-relying…
Making Assumptions
Case History of Five Reasons Why We Fail to Solve Problems and What We Can Do About It! -- Making Assumptions
Part 1 of a 5-Part Series
Solving problems successfully and consistently requires discipline and practice. It is a constant challenge…
The Path to a Problem Solving Culture, Part 2
Part 2 of a Series
Leadership – the Essential Element
In my last post, I evaluated the options for , as the starting point for developing a problem solving culture. But it is a simple fact that while training may transfer knowledge,…
The Path to a Problem Solving Culure, Part 1
Part 1 of a series
Problem Solving Training
Those familiar with lean understand that problem solving is inextricably linked to lean’s success. A system that pursues continuous process improvement, like lean, relies upon an effective…
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Most consultants, if not previously used by yourself or your company, come across as confident and a bit mysterious. This is not necessarily bad but it means they are trying to assess…