Kaizen Idea
Manages the registration of ideas for process/equipment improvements (kaizen) and the approval process. The tool enables users to suggest improvements and managers to approve it. The system provides reports at department, team and people levels and it is also used as database for further reapplication. It also has features to support monthly recognition programs.
Key Functionalities
Key functionalities include the following:
- Approval workflow (configurable)
- Email notifications/alerts
- Database with kaizens for reference and reapplication
- Link with MOC (Management of Change) module
- Selection of kaizens for recognition (department level and plant level)
- Automatic reports – by month, by department, by area, by person, by team and awarded
Impact
- Standardization (e.g. forms, database,…)
- Reduction of total process time (e.g. waiting time)
- Elimination of NVAA to generate reports and to find related kaizens
- Improvement on performance management (e.g. indicators, recognition system, real time information,…)
- Control and traceability of implemented improvements
- Content sharing between lines, departments and sites
- Cost reduction with paper forms (print shop)