IV. Standard Work Flashcards
1a. Understand the importance of Standard Work
What is Standard Work?
Standard work is documented process, procedure, and task instructions.
1b. Understand the importance of Standard Work
What are some benefits of Standard Work?
- Best practices are documented
- Processes become repeatable and consistent
- Waste and flow problems become apparent
- Provides a baseline for benchmarking
- Provides a training standard
- Enables a culture of continuous improvement
2a. Describe the different types and formats of Standard Work
What are the 3 different types of Standard Work?
- Strategic
- Operational
- Procedural
2b. Describe the different types and formats of Standard Work
What are some examples of Strategic Standard Work?
- Corporate Policy
- Roadmap
- Strategic Plan
- SIPOC
- Impact Maturity Matrix (IMM)
- Value Stream Map (VSM)
2c. Describe the different types and formats of Standard Work
What are some examples of Operational Standard Work?
- Process at a glance
- Product-Quantity (PQ) Analysis
- Process Matrix
- Spaghetti chart
- Time study
- Process capacity sheet
- Bar chart
- Process map
2d. Describe the different types and formats of Standard Work
What are some examples of Procedural Standard Work?
- Work instructions
- Operating procedure
- Activity description
- Electronic file standard
- Checklist
- Visual control
3a. Understand how Standard Work is applied
What did you learn from “The Happy Pig” game?
- Lack of Standard Work creates inconsistent results
- Standard Work should be continually improved
- A cross-functional team is important for developing effective Standard Work
4a. Understand the constant evolution of Standard Work
What determines whether Standard Work is evolving to become effective?
- Is valued by the user, is readily available and is utilized regularly
- Its effectiveness is related to customer metrics
- Is continually reviewed, updated, and communicated
- Simplifies work without inhibiting creativity
- Is used as the baseline for improvements
