BENEFITS OF DOCUMENT
DESCRIPTION
In business, 'Gemba' refers to the place where value is created and improved. The 'Gemba Walk' is an activity that takes management to the front lines to look for waste (non-value-added activities) and opportunities. The objective of Gemba Walk is to grasp the situation by involving everyone touching the process to understand the Purpose, Process, and People. It is only when the situation is understood that improvement is possible and more likely to succeed.
This editable template provides the framework to conduct a Gemba Floor walk with further details on:-
1. Basics of Gemba Walk
2. Gemba Steps
3. Gemba Rules
4. Gemba Clusters
5. Types of Wastes
6. Gemba Themes
7. Gemba Objectives
8. Detailed Interview Questions list
Benefits of the Document
1. Provides a holistic framework for conducting a Gemba walk.
2. Provides guidelines for conducting a Gemba walk that commands respect and positive
engagement with the people who create value.
3. Provides practical tips that you can easily put to immediate use.
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Source: Best Practices in Gemba Walk Excel: Gemba Steps Interview Questionnaire Excel (XLSX) Spreadsheet, Fin-Wiser Advisory
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