A3 is still relatively unknown to many who are familiar with Lean and other continuous improvement practices. Toyota developed it based on the idea that if your problem-solving approach fits on a single sheet of paper, your thinking is focused and structured.

This is a free two-hour seminar that introduces participants to A3 reports. You will be introduced to tools you can use to propose solutions to problems, give status reports on ongoing projects, and report results of information-gathering activities.

The A3 is divided into four quadrants: I-Goal or Business Case, II-Current Condition, III- Target Condition, IV-Implementation Plan and Metrics. A3s are an effective way to quickly communicate projects, why they are being done, what they are trying to go, what is being done at a high level, and how success will be measured. One aspect of A3 is to use drawings and other types of illustrations to capture a visual perspective of the problem-solving process.

Who should attend?

Directors, Leaders, and Coordinators of Continuous Improvement, Lean, and/or Six Sigma. Anyone who works on projects, initiatives, or programs that need to be communicated in a one-page summary.

Upon completion, you will:

Understand the practical application of A3 reports
Know how to incorporate this tool in your lean implementation
Be able to use A3 reporting the minute you return to your organization

The Presenter:

Bill Kime is Director of Lean Six Sigma and Quality at Menasha Packaging, Neenah, WI. He has years of experience using A3 reports and training others in their use.

http://bec.msoe.edu/course_descriptions/WPA3.php