Problem Solving

Problem Solving


Adequate problem solving means to be methodical. It is the key to a successful manufacturing system. Given its importance, the problem-solving process based on Toyota's work philosophy is to have completely standardized systems, understand the situations, investigate the causes, establish actions, establish measures, evaluate and re-standardize.


An interesting fact is that problem solving is achieved with 20% of tools and 80% of thinking. The participation of all levels of an organization is vital to achieve high effectiveness.

One of the most used, implemented and effective tools in the industry is the 8 Ds methodology:



  1. Forming a team
  2. Describe the problem
  3. Containing the problem
  4. Root cause analysis
  5. Implementing corrective actions
  6. Validate corrective actions
  7. Implement preventive actions
  8. Recognition of the team
Share by: