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Problem Solving

Find a bottleneck using actual times

Choose comparable work examples.

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Done when

Identify the step slowing the whole workflow.

Choose comparable work examples.

Who this is for

For measurable workflows without intrusive monitoring.

Why this matters

Recorded times can test impressions of slowness.

How to do it

An original activity to try, adapt or skip for your circumstances; outcomes are not guaranteed.

  1. Choose comparable work examples.
  2. Record start, finish and wait times by step.
  3. Inspect accumulation and discuss causes with operators.

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