The A3 report
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The A3 report is a widely used LEAN-tool which derives from Toyota's production system. It is used in various industries and has a range of different applications. Most commenly the A3 report is used as a tool for problem-solving, communication, knowledge-sharing etc. in organisations. This article will describe the origin of the A3 report and the various applications as well as examples from different industries. Furthermore the article will provide an overview of the different elements in the A3 report and a stepwise description of the use. Finally advice for implementation is described through customisation. | The A3 report is a widely used LEAN-tool which derives from Toyota's production system. It is used in various industries and has a range of different applications. Most commenly the A3 report is used as a tool for problem-solving, communication, knowledge-sharing etc. in organisations. This article will describe the origin of the A3 report and the various applications as well as examples from different industries. Furthermore the article will provide an overview of the different elements in the A3 report and a stepwise description of the use. Finally advice for implementation is described through customisation. | ||
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*Matrix showing application and industry (manufacturing, healthcare (hospitals), aircraft maintenance etc. | *Matrix showing application and industry (manufacturing, healthcare (hospitals), aircraft maintenance etc. | ||
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== Implementation of the A3 report == | == Implementation of the A3 report == | ||
Revision as of 23:09, 17 November 2014
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Abstract
The A3 report is a widely used LEAN-tool which derives from Toyota's production system. It is used in various industries and has a range of different applications. Most commenly the A3 report is used as a tool for problem-solving, communication, knowledge-sharing etc. in organisations. This article will describe the origin of the A3 report and the various applications as well as examples from different industries. Furthermore the article will provide an overview of the different elements in the A3 report and a stepwise description of the use. Finally advice for implementation is described through customisation.
Introduction
- Name
- PDCA
- Toyota
- Lean Manufacturing
Applications in industries
- Matrix showing application and industry (manufacturing, healthcare (hospitals), aircraft maintenance etc.
- Examples of A3 report templates used in different industries
The A3 report template
- Content/modules
- Stepwise description of use
Implementation of the A3 report
- Customisation
