A3 Problem Solving Form

A structured lean-methodology form for documenting a problem, its root cause, the corrective action plan, and the follow-up results.

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Clearly state the problem, issue or Failure mode that needs to be corrected. Include process and product information and how the issue was detected.

Grasp the current situation Specifically things that may have contributed to the failure. Show/list 5 Why, fishbone, brainstorming or other problem solving method used.

What is the plan to solve the root causes identified above. Assign specific tasks to achieve the plan outlined in this step.

Record the inplementation of the Step 3 plan. Include the measurables that will be used to validate change and show effectiveness. How will the effectiveness of the solutions be measured? When will it be measured? Who will measure it? Record results of the follow up

Assess the Situation - document the progress of the plan to correcting the failure mode. Show the results of the identified outputs in step 4.

Document changes or adjectments made to plan. Adjust documentation as needed, update necessary Work Instructions or procedures per the change request process.

Identify like products and processes that can be enhanced by this change. Communicate results to all stakeholders and sister facilities.

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A3 Problem Solving Form

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