Standard work is the best-known steps using the most effective resource of labor, space, equipment, and inventory.


The goal is to work with the subject matter experts to break the job down into essential steps and examine each step in detail. We then determine the best and safest method for each step based on fundamentals and data.


Next, we teach the standard and sustain it through attention and repetition.


Finally, we improve the standard when better methods are found.


Standard work is important because safety is built in, and quality improves since it makes it possible to identify and eliminate variations in the work.


Standard work almost always reduces cost and adds a competitive advantage.


It also simplifies training. Some examples of work that is done through standards:

Nacar pit change

Pilot

Surgeon

Free throw

The military

Cake making



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