Topics: Quality, Safety & Maintenance
Problems arise in all facets of life. This is particularly true in the business world. Problems impact all aspects of an organization’s operations such as; product development, product quality, process efficiency, marketing efforts, human relations, leadership efforts, financial execution and ultimate profitability. If these problems are not addressed, they inhibit the operation of the business and can eventually result in total failure. The ways in which problems are addressed, and the methodologies employed, determine the probability of successful problem resolution.
This course provides an overview of successful problem-solving models and guides the participants through the steps for effective problem resolution. The 8D problem-solving model embodies all of the essential steps for effective team-based problem solving. The 8D model is employed in this training program to demonstrate the use of basic tools and concepts. Problem solving requires: data gathering, data analysis and ultimately new patterns of thought for resolution of problems and prevention of new problems. There are numerous effective tools to aid in the handling of data and generating effective solutions. In addition to presenting an effective problem-solving model this course presents the use of selected tools that support the problem-solving effort.
Root Cause Analysis is an essential component to all problem-solving methodologies. Many have said that once a problem is well defined and a root cause is identified, the problem is essentially solved. A central focus of this course is generating the proper environment for identifying the root cause and use of a wide array of tools that support root cause analysis.
During this course participants will address the real business/technical problems that stand in the way of their organization’s success. The pathway for resolution of these problems is developed and, in many instances, actual solutions are generated in the classroom.
Upon completion of this workshop, participants will:
Management and technical personnel from all areas of the business including but not limited to: Senior Management, Department Heads, Engineers, Designers, Quality Managers/Engineers/Technicians, HR Managers/Administrators, Production Supervision and Other Operations personnel.
You must complete all course contact hours and successfully pass the learning assessment to obtain CEUs.
Curt Pawloski is President/Senior Consultant for Integral Operations, Inc. Since 1995 he has been consulting and training based on his expertise in; project management, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, process and quality improvement, problem solving, and quality system development and implementation. Mr. Pawloski has helped auto industry OEMs and numerous supplier organizations prepare or improve their Quality Systems, facilitated the writing of quality procedures and work instructions, and consulted on implementation of quality systems. In addition, he was the leader of a team to develop a comprehensive Project Management training and certification system for Volkswagen's IT function. Mr. Pawloski has led hundreds of seminars and consulting sessions for the SAE covering the applications of GD&T and a wide array of Quality topics. Mr. Pawloski is also an Adjunct Faculty Member at Oakland Community College, Delta College, and Midlands Technical College. His focus over the last two decades is on improving business processes and human performance through training, consulting and leveraging the use of the best tools possible. He is a board member and past member of the year for the Saginaw Valley Section of the American Society for Quality. He has a B.S.ChE from the University of Michigan, a Graduate Certificate in Hazardous Materials Management/Chemical Engineering from Wayne State University, and an M.B.A. from Wayne State University.