A3 Thinking Process Template

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A3 Thinking Process - Template
Use this template, developed by Toyota, for structured problem solving and as a continuous improvement approach. The
A3 Thinking Process can be applied in almost any problem situation. The fields are editable. You can also clear the field and
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Step 1: Background
Why are you talking about it?
Step 5: Countermeasures
What is the proposal to reach future state, the target conditions?
How will your recommended countermeasures affect the root cause to achieve the target?
Step 2: Current conditions
Where do things stand today?
What is the problem?
Quantifiable description (how high?; how many errors?; how variable?)
Step 6: Plan
What activities will be required for implementation and who will be responsible for what and when?
What are the indicators of performance or progress?
(Gantt, timeline)
Step 3: Targets
What specific outcomes are required?
Step 7: Follow up
Step 4: Analysis
What issues can be anticipated?
-Ensure ongoing PDCA
What is the root cause(s) of the problem?
-Capture and share learning
Choose the simplest problem analysis tool that clearly shows the cause and
effect relationship.
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