Here is a reader question for Professor Sobek:
Hello Dr. Sobek-
I have been tasked with developing and A3 Training and rollout program for my company. We have a need for a common communication and problem solving tool and to me A3’s are a perfect solution because of the thinking behind them. We need to foster a more rational and logical approach to problem solving.
Several of my colleagues think the A3 should be in DMAIC format vs. PDCA. What are your thoughts on how DMAIC fits within PDCA? To me DMAIC is just the Motorola coined version of the scientific method and PDCA is more fundamental. I have tried to build a case for PDCA as we are not doing Six Sigma here nor do we have any plans for rollout in the near future.
I would appreciate any thoughts on the matter.
Best Regards,
Professor Sobek’s response: Continue reading Reader Question on A3 Reports & Six Sigma DMAIC Framework