Toyota Business Practice (TBP) AI Helpers

AI assistants for each step of the Toyota Business Practice problem-solving methodology. Experience Toyota's proven approach with emphasis on gemba observation and PDCA thinking.

Step 1: Clarify the Problem
All Levels
AI assistant to help understand business context, go to gemba, and grasp the current situation. See the problem with your own eyes.
Step 2: Break Down the Problem
Intermediate
AI assistant to identify point of occurrence, stratify data, and set priorities. Focus on the most important aspects of the problem.
Step 3: Set Target
All Levels
AI assistant to establish specific, measurable, achievable, time-bound targets. Set clear goals aligned with business objectives.
Step 4: Analyze Root Cause
Intermediate
AI assistant to guide 5 Why analysis, fishbone diagrams, and gemba verification. Find the true root cause, not just surface symptoms.
Step 5: Develop Countermeasures
Intermediate
AI assistant to develop countermeasures targeting root causes with prevention focus. Plan implementation that addresses the real problems.
Step 6: See Countermeasures Through
Intermediate
AI assistant to support united team efforts, clear communication, and persistence. Never give up on implementing solutions effectively.
Step 7: Evaluate Results and Process
Advanced
AI assistant to measure results, verify at gemba, and evaluate both outcomes and the problem-solving process itself.
Step 8: Standardize Successful Processes
Advanced
AI assistant to update standards, train all members, and enable yokoten (horizontal deployment). Make improvements permanent and share learning.

About Toyota Business Practice

TBP is Toyota's internal problem-solving methodology, refined over decades of manufacturing excellence. It emphasizes going to gemba (the real place), seeing problems with your own eyes, and following the PDCA cycle rigorously.

  • • Gemba-focused: Go and see the actual place where work happens
  • • Data-driven: Use facts and data to understand problems
  • • Team-oriented: United efforts with clear communication
  • • PDCA mindset: Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle guides all steps

Want to learn more about TBP? Read our TBP guide for a complete overview of the methodology.