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Problem-Solving: உங்கள் பிரச்னைகளுக்கு பிரச்னை தருவது எப்படி! இதோ டிப்ஸ்!

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”Problem-Solving: Tips: அமைதியான மற்றும் நேர்மறையான மனநிலையுடன் பிரச்சனைகளை அணுகவும். ஒரு நேர்மறையான அணுகுமுறை, துன்பங்களை எதிர்கொண்டாலும், கவனம் மற்றும் உந்துதலுடன் இருக்க உதவும்”

வாழ்க்கைப் பயணத்தில் பெரியது, சிறியது எனப் பல பிரச்சனைகளைச் சந்திக்கிறோம். சிக்கலைத் தீர்ப்பது என்றால் என்ன, அதில் நாம் எவ்வாறு சிறந்து விளங்குவது? என்பதை தற்போது பார்க்கலாம். 

( 1 / 9 ) வாழ்க்கைப் பயணத்தில் பெரியது, சிறியது எனப் பல பிரச்சனைகளைச் சந்திக்கிறோம். சிக்கலைத் தீர்ப்பது என்றால் என்ன, அதில் நாம் எவ்வாறு சிறந்து விளங்குவது? என்பதை தற்போது பார்க்கலாம். 

பிரச்னைகளை தீர்ப்பது என்பது சிக்கலைக் கண்டறிதல், அதன் மூல காரணங்களை பகுப்பாய்வு செய்தல், சாத்தியமான தீர்வுகளை ஆராய்தல் மற்றும் சிறந்த நடவடிக்கையை செயல்படுத்துதல் ஆகியவற்றை உள்ளடக்கியது.

( 2 / 9 ) பிரச்னைகளை தீர்ப்பது என்பது சிக்கலைக் கண்டறிதல், அதன் மூல காரணங்களை பகுப்பாய்வு செய்தல், சாத்தியமான தீர்வுகளை ஆராய்தல் மற்றும் சிறந்த நடவடிக்கையை செயல்படுத்துதல் ஆகியவற்றை உள்ளடக்கியது.

எந்தவொரு சிக்கலையும் தீர்ப்பதற்கான முதல் படி அதன் இருப்பை அங்கீகரிப்பதாகும். சிக்கலை தெளிவாக வரையறுக்க சிறிது நேரம் ஒதுக்குங்கள். சரியாக என்ன பிரச்சனை? அதன் அறிகுறிகள் என்ன? முன்னோக்கிச் செல்வதற்கு முன், சிக்கலைப் புரிந்துகொள்வது முக்கியம்.

( 3 / 9 ) எந்தவொரு சிக்கலையும் தீர்ப்பதற்கான முதல் படி அதன் இருப்பை அங்கீகரிப்பதாகும். சிக்கலை தெளிவாக வரையறுக்க சிறிது நேரம் ஒதுக்குங்கள். சரியாக என்ன பிரச்சனை? அதன் அறிகுறிகள் என்ன? முன்னோக்கிச் செல்வதற்கு முன், சிக்கலைப் புரிந்துகொள்வது முக்கியம்.

சிக்கலைக் கண்டறிந்ததும், அதைச் சிறிய, மேலும் நிர்வகிக்கக்கூடிய கூறுகளாகப் பிரிக்கவும். அதன் அடிப்படைக் காரணங்களையும் அதற்குப் பங்களிக்கும் காரணிகளையும் தீர்மானிக்க நிலைமையை பகுப்பாய்வு செய்யுங்கள்.

( 4 / 9 ) சிக்கலைக் கண்டறிந்ததும், அதைச் சிறிய, மேலும் நிர்வகிக்கக்கூடிய கூறுகளாகப் பிரிக்கவும். அதன் அடிப்படைக் காரணங்களையும் அதற்குப் பங்களிக்கும் காரணிகளையும் தீர்மானிக்க நிலைமையை பகுப்பாய்வு செய்யுங்கள்.

சிக்கலைப் பற்றிய தெளிவான புரிதலுடன், சாத்தியமான தீர்வுகளை யோசியுங்கள். படைப்பாற்றலை ஊக்குவிக்கவும்

( 5 / 9 ) சிக்கலைப் பற்றிய தெளிவான புரிதலுடன், சாத்தியமான தீர்வுகளை யோசியுங்கள். படைப்பாற்றலை ஊக்குவிக்கவும்

சாத்தியமான தீர்வுகளின் பட்டியலை உருவாக்கிய பிறகு, ஒவ்வொன்றையும் அதன் சாத்தியம், செயல்திறன் மற்றும் சாத்தியமான விளைவுகளின் அடிப்படையில் மதிப்பீடு செய்யவும்

( 6 / 9 ) சாத்தியமான தீர்வுகளின் பட்டியலை உருவாக்கிய பிறகு, ஒவ்வொன்றையும் அதன் சாத்தியம், செயல்திறன் மற்றும் சாத்தியமான விளைவுகளின் அடிப்படையில் மதிப்பீடு செய்யவும்

நீங்கள் தேர்ந்தெடுத்த தீர்வு குறித்தி திட்டத்தை உருவாக்கி, தீர்வை திறம்பட செயல்படுத்த தேவையான படிகளை கோடிட்டுக் காட்டுங்கள்.

( 7 / 9 ) நீங்கள் தேர்ந்தெடுத்த தீர்வு குறித்தி திட்டத்தை உருவாக்கி, தீர்வை திறம்பட செயல்படுத்த தேவையான படிகளை கோடிட்டுக் காட்டுங்கள்.

தீர்வைச் செயல்படுத்திய பிறகு, செயல்முறை மற்றும் அதன் விளைவுகளைப் பற்றி சிந்திக்க சிறிது நேரம் ஒதுக்குங்கள்

( 8 / 9 ) தீர்வைச் செயல்படுத்திய பிறகு, செயல்முறை மற்றும் அதன் விளைவுகளைப் பற்றி சிந்திக்க சிறிது நேரம் ஒதுக்குங்கள்

எது நன்றாக வேலை செய்தது? வித்தியாசமாக என்ன செய்திருக்க முடியும்? உங்கள் அனுபவத்திலிருந்து கற்றுக் கொள்ளவும், எதிர்காலத்திற்கான உங்கள் சிக்கலைத் தீர்க்கும் திறன்களை மேம்படுத்தவும் இந்த வாய்ப்பைப் பயன்படுத்தவும்.

( 9 / 9 ) எது நன்றாக வேலை செய்தது? வித்தியாசமாக என்ன செய்திருக்க முடியும்? உங்கள் அனுபவத்திலிருந்து கற்றுக் கொள்ளவும், எதிர்காலத்திற்கான உங்கள் சிக்கலைத் தீர்க்கும் திறன்களை மேம்படுத்தவும் இந்த வாய்ப்பைப் பயன்படுத்தவும்.

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8D Problem Solving Process

Solving major problems in a disciplined way.

By the Mind Tools Content Team

(Also known as Global 8D Problem Solving)

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When your company runs into a major problem, you need to address it quickly. However, you also need to deal with it thoroughly and ensure that it doesn't recur – and this can take a lot of effort and elapsed time.

The 8D Problem Solving Process helps you do both of these seemingly-contradictory things, in a professional and controlled way. In this article, we'll look at the 8D Problem Solving Process, and we'll discuss how you can use it to help your team solve major problems.

Origins of the Tool

The Ford Motor Company® developed the 8D (8 Disciplines) Problem Solving Process, and published it in their 1987 manual, "Team Oriented Problem Solving (TOPS)." In the mid-90s, Ford added an additional discipline, D0: Plan. The process is now Ford's global standard, and is called Global 8D.

Ford created the 8D Process to help teams deal with quality control and safety issues; develop customized, permanent solutions to problems; and prevent problems from recurring. Although the 8D Process was initially applied in the manufacturing, engineering, and aerospace industries, it's useful and relevant in any industry.

The eight disciplines are shown in figure 1, below:

Figure 1: The 8D Problem Solving Process

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The 8D Process works best in teams tasked with solving a complex problem with identifiable symptoms. However, you can also use this process on an individual level, as well.

Applying the Tool

To use the 8D Process, address each of the disciplines listed below, in order. Take care not to skip steps, even when time is limited; the process is only effective when you follow every step.

Discipline 0: Plan

Before you begin to assemble a team to address the problem, you need to plan your approach. This means thinking about who will be on the team, what your time frame is, and what resources you'll need to address the problem at hand.

Discipline 1: Build the Team

You should aim to put together a team that has the skills needed to solve the problem, and that has the time and energy to commit to the problem solving process.

Keep in mind that a diverse team is more likely to find a creative solution than a team of people with the same outlook (although if outlooks are too diverse, people can spend so much time disagreeing that nothing gets done).

Create a team charter that outlines the team's goal and identifies each person's role. Then, do what you can to build trust and get everyone involved in the process that's about to happen.

If your team is made up of professionals who haven't worked together before, consider beginning with team-building activities to ensure that everyone is comfortable working with one another.

Discipline 2: Describe the Problem

Once your team has settled in, describe the problem in detail. Specify the who, what, when, where, why, how, and how many; and use techniques like CATWOE and the Problem-Definition Process to ensure that you're focusing on the right problem.

Start by doing a Risk Analysis – if the problem is causing serious risks, for example, to people's health or life, then you need to take appropriate action. (This may include stopping people using a product or process until the problem is resolved.)

If the problem is with a process, use a Flow Chart , Swim Lane Diagram , or Storyboard to map each step out; these tools will help your team members understand how the process works, and, later on, think about how they can best fix it.

Discovering the root cause of the problem comes later in the process, so don't spend time on this here. Right now, your goal is to look at what's going wrong and to make sure that your team understands the full extent of the problem.

Discipline 3: Implement a Temporary Fix

Once your team understands the problem, come up with a temporary fix. This is particularly important if the problem is affecting customers, reducing product quality, or slowing down work processes.

Harness the knowledge of everyone on the team. To ensure that each person's ideas are heard, consider using brainstorming techniques such as Round Robin Brainstorming or Crawford's Slip Writing Method , alongside more traditional team problem solving discussions.

Once the group has identified possible temporary fixes, address issues such as cost, implementation time, and relevancy. The short-term solution should be quick, easy to implement, and worth the effort.

Discipline 4: Identify and Eliminate the Root Cause

Once your temporary fix is in place, it's time to discover the root cause of the problem.

Conduct a Cause and Effect Analysis to identify the likely causes of the problem. This tool is useful because it helps you uncover many possible causes, and it can highlight other problems that you might not have been aware of. Next, apply Root Cause Analysis to find the root causes of the problems you've identified.

Once you identify the source of the problem, develop several permanent solutions to it.

If your team members are having trouble coming up with viable permanent solutions, use the Straw Man Concept to generate prototype solutions that you can then discuss, tear apart, and rebuild into stronger solutions.

Discipline 5: Verify the Solution

Once your team agrees on a permanent solution, make sure that you test it thoroughly before you fully implement it, in the next step.

  • Conducting a Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to spot any potential problems.
  • Using Impact Analysis to make sure that there will be no unexpected future consequences.
  • Using Six Thinking Hats to examine the fix from several different emotional perspectives.

Last, conduct a Blind Spot Analysis to confirm that you and your team haven't overlooked a key factor, or made an incorrect assumption about this solution.

Discipline 6: Implement a Permanent Solution

Once your team reaches a consensus on the solution, roll your fix out. Monitor this new solution closely for an appropriate period of time to make sure that it's working correctly, and ensure that there are no unexpected side effects.

Discipline 7: Prevent the Problem From Recurring

When you're sure that the permanent solution has solved the problem, gather your team together again to identify how you'll prevent the problem from recurring in the future.

You might need to update your organization's standards, policies, procedures, or training manual to reflect the new fix. You'll likely also need to train others on the new process or standard. Finally, you'll need to consider whether to change your management practices or procedures to prevent a recurrence.

Discipline 8: Celebrate Team Success

The last step in the process is to celebrate and reward your team's success . Say "thank you" to everyone involved, and be specific about how each person's hard work has made a difference. If appropriate, plan a party or celebration to communicate your appreciation.

Before the team disbands, conduct a Post-Implementation Review to analyze whether your solution is working as you thought, and to improve the way that you solve problems in the future.

In the late 1980s, Ford Motor Company developed the 8D (8 Disciplines) Problem Solving Process to help manufacturing and engineering teams diagnose, treat, and eliminate quality problems. However, teams in any industry can use this problem solving process.

The eight disciplines are:

  • Build the Team.
  • Describe the Problem.
  • Implement a Temporary Fix.
  • Identify and Eliminate the Root Cause.
  • Verify the Solution.
  • Implement a Permanent Solution.
  • Prevent the Problem From Recurring.
  • Celebrate Team Success.

The 8D Problem Solving Process is best used with a team solving complex problems; however, individuals can also use it to solve problems on their own.

Ford is a registered trademark of the Ford Motor Company: https://www.ford.com/

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How you respond when problems arise is one of the most defining qualities of a manager. Luckily, there are tools you can use to master problem-solving. The 8D method of problem-solving combines teamwork and basic statistics to help you reach a logical solution and prevent new issues from arising.

You’ve spent months overseeing the development of your company's newest project. From initiation, planning, and execution, you’re confident this may be your best work yet.

Until the feedback starts rolling in.

There’s no sugar-coating it—things don’t always go as planned. But production or process issues are hardly a signal to throw in the towel. Instead, focus on honing your problem-solving skills to find a solution that keeps it from happening again. 

The 8D method of problem solving emphasizes the importance of teamwork to not only solve your process woes but prevent new ones from occurring. In this guide, we’ll break down what 8D is, how to use this methodology, and the benefits it can give to you and your team. Plus, get an 8D template to make solving your issue easier. 

What is 8D?

The eight disciplines (8D) method is a problem-solving approach that identifies, corrects, and eliminates recurring problems. By determining the root causes of a problem, managers can use this method to establish a permanent corrective action and prevent recurring issues. 

How do you use the 8D method?

The 8D method is a proven strategy for avoiding long-term damage from recurring problems. If you’re noticing issues in your workflow or processes, then it’s a good time to give this problem-solving method a try. 

To complete an 8D analysis, follow “the eight disciplines” to construct a statistical analysis of the problem and determine the best solution.

The eight disciplines of problem-solving

8D stands for the eight disciplines you will use to establish an 8D report. As you may notice, this outline starts with zero, which makes nine total disciplines. The “zero stage” was developed later as an initial planning stage. 

To illustrate these steps, imagine your organization experienced a decline in team innovation and productivity this past year. Your stakeholders have noticed and want to see changes implemented within the next six months. Below, we’ll use the 8D process to uncover a morale-boosting solution.

[inline illustration] D8 problem solving approach (infographic)

D0: Prepare and plan

Before starting the problem-solving process, evaluate the problem you want to solve. Understanding the background of the problem will help you identify the root cause in later steps. 

Collect information about how the problem has affected a process or product and what the most severe consequences may be. Planning can include:

Gathering data

Determining the prerequisites for solving the problem

Collecting feedback from others involved

[inline illustration] D0 Planning (example)

If we look back at our example, you may want to figure out whether this decline in morale is organization-wide or only applies to a few departments. Consider interviewing a few employees from different departments and levels of management to gain some perspective. Next, determine what knowledge and skills you will need to solve this lapse in productivity. 

D1: Form your team

Create a cross-functional team made up of people who have knowledge of the various products and workflows involved. These team members should have the skills needed to solve the problem and put corrective actions in place. 

Steps in this discipline may include:

Appointing a team leader

Developing and implementing team guidelines

Determining team goals and priorities

Assigning individual roles

Arranging team-building activities

[inline illustration] D1 Team members (example)

From our example, a solid team would consist of people with first-hand experience with the issues—like representatives from all departments and key people close to workshop-level work. You may also want to pull someone in from your HR department to help design and implement a solution. Most importantly, make sure the people you choose want to be involved and contribute to the solution.

D2: Identify the problem

You may have a good understanding of your problem by now, but this phase aims to break it down into clear and quantifiable terms by identifying the five W’s a and two H’s (5W2H):

Who first reported the problem?

What is the problem about?

When did it occur and how often?

Where did it occur (relating to the sector, supplier, machine, or production line involved)?

Why is solving the problem important?

How was the problem first detected?

How many parts/units/customers are affected?

[inline illustration] D2 Problem statement & description (example)

Use your team’s insights to answer these questions. From our example, your team may conclude that: 

Employees feel overwhelmed with their current workload. 

There is no real structure or opportunity to share new ideas.

Managers have had no training for meetings or innovation settings.

Disgruntled employees know they can achieve more—and want to achieve more—even if they seem disengaged.

Once you answer these questions, record an official problem statement to describe the issue. If possible, include photos, videos, and diagrams to ensure all parties have a clear understanding of the problem. It may also help to create a flowchart of the process that includes various steps related to the problem description.

D3: Develop an interim containment plan

Much like we can expect speedy first aid after an accident, your team should take immediate actions to ensure you contain the problem—especially if the problem is related to customer safety. 

An interim containment plan will provide a temporary solution to isolate the problem from customers and clients while your team works to develop a permanent corrective action. This band-aid will help keep your customers informed and safe—and your reputation intact.

[inline illustration] D3 Interim containment action (example)

Because your findings revealed workers were overworked and managers lacked training, your team suggests scheduling a few mandatory training sessions for leaders of each department covering time and stress management and combating burnout . You may also want to have a presentation outlining the topics of this training to get key managers and stakeholders interested and primed for positive upcoming changes. 

D4: Verify root causes and escape points

Refer back to your findings and consult with your team about how the problem may have occurred. The root cause analysis involves mapping each potential root cause against the problem statement and its related test data. Make sure to test all potential causes—fuzzy brainstorming and sloppy analyses may cause you to overlook vital information. 

[inline illustration] D4 Root cause & escape points (example)

In our example, focus on the “why” portion of the 5W2H. You and your team identify six root causes:

Managers have never had any training

There is a lack of trust and psychological safety

Employees don’t understand the objectives and goals

Communication is poor

Time management is poor

Employees lack confidence

In addition to identifying the root causes, try to pinpoint where you first detected the problem in the process, and why it went unnoticed. This is called the escape point, and there may be more than one. 

D5: Choose permanent corrective actions

Work with your team to determine the most likely solution to remove the root cause of the problem and address the issues with the escape points. Quantitatively confirm that the selected permanent corrective action(s) (PCA) will resolve the problem for the customer. 

Steps to choosing a PCA may include:

Determining if you require further expertise

Ensuring the 5W2Hs are defined correctly

Carrying out a decision analysis and risk assessment

Considering alternative measures

Collecting evidence to prove the PCA will be effective

[inline illustration] D5 Permanent corrective action (example)

Your team decides to roll out the training used in the interim plan to all employees, with monthly company-wide workshops on improving well-being. You also plan to implement meetings, innovation sessions, and team-coaching training for managers. Lastly, you suggest adopting software to improve communication and collaboration. 

D6: Implement your corrective actions

Once all parties have agreed on a solution, the next step is to create an action plan to remove the root causes and escape points. Once the solution is in effect, you can remove your interim containment actions.

After seeing success with the training in the interim phase, your stakeholders approve all of your team’s proposed PCAs. Your representative from HR also plans to implement periodic employee wellness checks to track employee morale .

[inline illustration] D6 PCA implementation plan (example)

To ensure your corrective action was a success, monitor the results, customer, or employee feedback over a long period of time and take note of any negative effects. Setting up “controls” like employee wellness checks will help you validate whether your solution is working or more needs to be done. 

D7: Take preventive measures

One of the main benefits of using the 8D method is the improved ability to identify necessary systematic changes to prevent future issues from occurring. Look for ways to improve your management systems, operating methods, and procedures to not only eliminate your current problem, but stop similar problems from developing later on.

[inline illustration] D7 Preventive measure (example)

Based on our example, the training your team suggested is now adopted in the new manager onboarding curriculum. Every manager now has a “meeting system” that all meetings must be guided by, and workloads and projects are managed as a team within your new collaboration software . Innovation is improving, and morale is at an all-time high!

D8: Celebrate with your team

The 8D method of problem-solving is impossible to accomplish without dedicated team members and first-class collaboration. Once notes, lessons, research, and test data are documented and saved, congratulate your teammates on a job well done! Make an effort to recognize each individual for their contribution to uncovering a successful solution.

[inline illustration] 8D Team congratulations & reward (example)

8D report template and example

Check out our 8D report template below to help you record your findings as you navigate through the eight disciplines of problem solving. This is a formal report that can be used as a means of communication within companies, which makes for transparent problem-solving that you can apply to the entire production or process chain.

Benefits of using the 8D method

The 8D method is one of the most popular problem-solving strategies for good reason. Its strength lies in teamwork and fact-based analyses to create a culture of continuous improvement —making it one of the most effective tools for quality managers. The benefits of using the 8D method include: 

Improved team-oriented problem-solving skills rather than relying on an individual to provide a solution

Increased familiarity with a problem-solving structure

A better understanding of how to use basic statistical tools for problem-solving

Open and honest communication in problem-solving discussions

Prevent future problems from occurring by identifying system weaknesses and solutions

Improved effectiveness and efficiency at problem-solving

Better collaboration = better problem solving

No matter how good a manager you are, production and process issues are inevitable. It’s how you solve them that separates the good from the great. The 8D method of problem solving allows you to not only solve the problem at hand but improve team collaboration, improve processes, and prevent future issues from arising. 

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8D problems solving is one of the basic and effective problem-solving tools. Here, the Ds refer to 8 disciplines – the 8 steps of managing a problem and preventing its recurrence.

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During the 1980s, the Ford Motors was under the crisis – unable to cope up with the competition from the Japanese automobile companies. They requested Dr. Deming to support them to bring the company back to its effective and efficient way of manufacturing cars. This problem-solving approach was one of the key outcomes of their intervention. It has become a significant contributor in Ford’s journey towards business excellence.

The company found that their powertrain department was suffering severely with recurring quality problems. Hence, the company wanted to develop a robust approach to problem-solving where people from every related department to share their expertise to solve the problem in hand. They came up with a documented methodology called Team Oriented Problem Solving (TOPS) in 1987. The TSOP contained 8 steps for effective problem solving with the involvement of team members.

With a tremendous success of this simple approach, Ford made it as part of its global standard for its operations and for its suppliers’ operations.

Upgradation to G8D

Ford did an upgrade to the 8D methodology during the late 1990s and now they call it as Global 8D or G8D. With this revision, they introduced preplanning as step D0 (D-Zero). In this preliminary step, the team will document the symptoms that warrant 8D application. It will initiate necessary Temporary Corrective Action (TCAs) or the emergency responses before initiating the 8D documentation. The team can also justify the necessity of going ahead with the full 8D process.

This upgrade also introduces the concept of ESCAPE POINTS. Escape points are the earliest detection points in the process which failed to detect or control the root cause from becoming a problem.

Applications of 8D Problem Solving Methodology

The methodology is simple and applicable to most of the problems faced by the industries. Hence, it is widely accepted and recommended by companies to their suppliers, especially in auto industry.

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Understanding 8D Principle of Problem Solving

8D Problem Solving : 8D Stands for the Eight Disciplines of team-oriented problem-solving. It is a step-by-step process of identifying the root cause of a problem, providing corrective solutions, and preventive solutions to eliminate the recurring problems permanently. 8D follows the logic of PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Adjust) . And the 8D was developed and implemented in the Second World War by the US government. Later it was popularized by the Ford Motor Company’s Team Oriented Problem Solving manual.  

In addition to the eight disciplines, one more step is appended initially. That step is known as Step zero – D0.  

Let’s have a look at the Eight Disciplines of problem-solving in detail.  

D0 – Preparation : Begin with the end in mind. This discipline emphasizes the following saying:  

“Preparation for tomorrow is hard work today”.

In order to be prepared to solve a problem using 8D, one needs to follow the steps given below.  

  • Do the hard work (Such as clearly understanding the problem, gathering required resources, and identifying people who have the expertise to solve the problem).
  • Do the smart work (Before rushing into solving the problem with the information gathered, make a plan and execute it systematically).

D1 – Build a Problem Solving Team : Building a team to solve the problem using 8D is one of the most important steps of 8D. Yet, one should be mindful about choosing the team members. The team doesn’t need the best people from the company. It needs the people who have the expertise, and are concerned with the problem. Solving the problem is much easier when we know exactly what the problem is and have the right team of people working systematically to solve the problem.  

D2 – Describe the Problem : In this step, information regarding the problem is collected to describe the problem in detail. And describing the exact problem is a challenging task that can be completed by carefully gathering relevant data and profound analysis.  

By answering the following with the gathered information, a perfect problem description is found.  

What, who, where, why, when, how often and how (5W2H) of the problem.  

D3 – Temporarily Confine the Problem : Identifying the ideal solution to solve the problem and stop the problem from occurring again is not a piece of cake. That’s why it is wise to isolate the problem to minimize its impact on the product quality or the customers before finding the permanent solution.  

D4 – Root Cause Analysis and Escape Point Detection : After isolating the problem, the root cause of the problem needs to be identified. So, detect all relative causes that help the team understand why the problem has occurred and identify the escape point – the time in which the problem could have been noticed as it occurred.

Then the causes can be verified using the following methods to ensure that the cause found is the actual root cause of the problem.  

  • Brainstorming
  • Five why processes
  • Affinity diagram
  • Pareto charts

D5 – Research and Develop Permanent Corrective Action : Once the root cause of the problem is identified and verified, necessary actions must be taken through profound research and brainstorming to solve the problem completely and permanently.  

After identifying necessary actions (permanent corrective actions), the team has to perform a risk assessment of the actions.  

D6 – Implement  Permanent Corrective Actions : After successfully developing the permanent corrective actions and implementing the solution, the team needs to make an action plan.  

Then the plan has to be communicated with stakeholders, validated with empirical information for improvements and executed sequentially.  

D7 – Implement Preventive Actions : By this stage, the team has gained profound awareness of the problem, its impact and the one-stop solution to resolve the problem once and for all. This awareness also helps the team to prevent problems with relevant products and processes.  

So the practices of management and standard systems can be modified as required with the acquired intelligence to prevent the problems that might arise in the future.  

D8 – Appreciate Team Members : This final discipline incorporates documentation of intelligence gained through the awareness of conducting the 8D steps for future reference and to improve the approaches of solving problems.  

Last but not least – appreciating the team for its diligence. This motivates the team and other employees to be more confident, productive, and passionate. So appreciation matters, it shan’t be underrated.  

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8D Problem Solving is a structured, team-oriented methodology that consists of eight steps—known as the Eight Disciplines—to identify, analyze, and resolve complex problems. Originally formalized by Ford Motor Company, this approach is widely used across various industries for its effectiveness in finding and eliminating the root causes of recurring issues. The methodology emphasizes a data-driven, cross-functional approach and is aimed at not only solving the immediate problem but also implementing systemic changes to prevent future recurrence.

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The 8D Problem-Solving Methodology is particularly well-suited for complex issues where the root cause is not immediately apparent and requires a team-based approach for resolution. It is most effective in scenarios where the problem has a significant impact on quality, safety, reliability, or customer satisfaction. Industries like manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and healthcare often employ 8D to tackle recurring defects, compliance issues, and systemic failures.

The methodology is not intended for quick fixes or problems that can be resolved by an individual. Instead, it is designed for issues that need a structured, step-by-step approach to identify, correct, and eliminate the root cause permanently. The 8D process also serves as an excellent tool for cross-functional teams, as it brings together experts from various domains, thereby offering a multi-disciplinary perspective on problem-solving.

One of the key advantages of using 8D is its focus on data-driven decision-making, which aligns well with Lean Six Sigma principles. It’s a methodical approach that demands the collection of data at every stage, right from defining the problem to verifying the effectiveness of corrective actions.

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The 8D ( 8D Problem-Solving Method ) method, also known as 8 disciplines, first appeared in Ford’s 1987 “Team-Oriented Problem Solving” manual. It is a tool that has stood the test of time and has become the first solution used by the company known today as Global 8D. Although the 8D method has been around for years, many companies still face the problem of low resolution and poor use of fixes.

Eight Laws of Problem-Solving ( 8D Problem-Solving Method ) are an efficient, effective, and proven way to identify the root cause of a problem, plan a quick solution, and prevent a solution, treatment, and recurrence of the problem. If your product is faulty or does not meet customer expectations, the 8D is a great first step toward improving quality and reliability. The 8D has become very popular with manufacturers, installers, and workshops worldwide due to its efficiency and ease.

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Organizations can benefit from improving their production processes and preventing problems that can hinder productivity. This approach provides businesses with the necessary and practical tools to increase efficiency and take action when necessary.

The 8D Problem-Solving Method is the process of teaching and improving quality and eliminating problems. Here we will show you a step-by-step troubleshooting tool to help you identify the problem and identify issues and errors. It also helps identify root causes and take steps to resolve and prevent problems identified in the process. So, let us look at the steps:

1. D0: Planning and Preparation-

Planning and proper planning is a good start before taking action. The process begins with devising a plan and analyzing the problems the organization wants to solve. In this step, company leaders combine information from different sources and generate ideas. In general, at this stage, they identify the problem that needs urgent attention, the main resources that can be used to solve the problem, and the parties involved in the resolution process. The planning phase forms the basis for the next step.

Therefore, before building a team, you should consider:

  • Problem description
  • The time frame for resolution
  • Resources needed to complete the job.

2. D1: Formation of a Team-

This process is based on the creation of groups that will be part of the problem-solving process. During teamwork, the team leader will usually select someone with experience on the job and identify areas to consider in hiring professionals with skills in these areas. The group may also choose a leader to lead its efforts in the problem-solving process.

Building teams to do the 8D Problem-Solving Method is a weak spot for many organizations. Collaborating with people from relevant organizations is important because you cannot solve the problem without first-hand knowledge. If a part problem, the engineer responsible for the design should be in the team. If a production problem, it should be walked around by the staff from the special work area. Do not make the mistake of thinking that the 8D is a job only a competent person can do at their desk.

3. D2: Describing Problem-

The main purpose of the 8D approach is to accurately and objectively describe the problem so that all important information is captured. This step involves writing down detailed information and information to describe the problem, and this is another area where people run into a lot of trouble. Problem definition may mean walking the field to observe the problem on the production floor, reviewing quality data, and/or confirming/not validating the problem.

Organizations can further identify and solve the problem by identifying the problem. During this time, the team reviews issues that need fixing, and management maintains good communication with everyone on the team. Describe the situation in meaningful terms to help identify the potential and type of problem. Often, at this stage, the team writes problem statements, gathers information, and creates diagrams and charts to add to the project.

4. D3: Problem Containment Planning-

Sometimes it is necessary to develop a temporary problem management plan to reduce the impact of the problem until a permanent solution is found. New methods are needed to fix the problem until a permanent solution is found. Problem-solving is a process that takes time and goes through many stages. It is important to have a contingency plan when dealing with serious and persistent problems. Issue management can help reduce the immediate impact of an incident on a product or customer. Temporary protection plans often use quick, easy, and inexpensive measures that the team can reverse at a later stage if needed. With advice, it is important to analyze the results and monitor the situation carefully to prevent further damage.

Temporary protection minimizes the impact of the problem during a permanent solution, which is especially important when product quality or safety is at risk. Many automakers make the mistake of stopping at this point and causing confusion and correction. Sorting materials or clearing clutter only fixes the symptoms, not the cause. The result: repeated problems, higher costs, and loss of business.

5. D4: The Root Cause Analysis (RCA)-

There are many tools available to identify the true root cause of a problem. With the issue temporarily resolved, you can now begin to identify the cause of the inconsistency.

Once the interim plan is in effect, the next step will be an in-depth analysis of the root of the problem. The team examines each potential resource through in-depth analysis and testing. They bring in all relevant test data and discuss the unidentifiable details of the method. This issue is common and can help organizations better identify problems and prevent their recurrence in the future. Organizations often use marketing and visualization tools such as Five WHYs, the Fishbone diagram to visualize the cause, and the Pareto charts to identify root cause analysis.

6. D5: Analyzing Permanent Corrective Action-

Once the team has identified the source of the problem, we can decide what the best solution is. Networking with tools such as social mapping can help plan ideas and identify best practices through relationships.

After determining the best solution, the team evaluates corrective action against the root cause of the problem and escape points. With this information, they can compare corrections and write their results. At this stage, they can also make a risk assessment of each solution they create and choose the most appropriate one. Brainstorming combined with tools such as affinity diagrams helps organize ideas based on relationships and determine the best course of action.

7. D6: Implementing & Validating Permanent Corrective Action-

Management should be involved in verifying correct operation and this means that they must be present in the workshop to measure performance and in regular reviews of key performance indicators (KPIs). Leadership should be exemplified by examining the process from the paying customer’s perspective. It is worth noting that the 6 steps of the 8D Problem-Solving Method are when you are finally ready to use the correction, demonstrating the critical role of planning in this process.

Once a solution is identified, management should implement corrective actions using the PDCA (Plan Do Check Act) process with small tests before expansion. So, keep track of the results and tweak the fix to get the desired results. To achieve and implement a permanent change, the strategic plan should include:

  • Creating an action plan
  • Communicating the plan to all stakeholders
  • Recognizing improvement using metrics

8. D7: Preventing Recurrence-

Once the best solutions have been identified and tested, it is important to pursue permanent corrective action to eliminate roots and escapes. Generally, the organization pulls back the management plan from time to time, creates an action plan for the right action, and then communicates it to all stakeholders. To implement the plan, organizations monitor instant results and results over time. It also monitors the effectiveness of permanent fixes.

The organization should decide to take steps such as updating the process of checking questions and performing regular preventive maintenance on them, ensuring defect-free products for high-risk processes, and rejecting to avoid risking other processes.

9. D8: Recognizing Team Contributions-

When the problem is solved, the last step is to congratulate the team. Because teams need feedback to achieve great results, it is important to recognize their efforts and share their success across the organization. This increases motivation and employee engagement while helping you develop quality control, implement process improvements, and manage change as you grow.

At the final stage of the process, the team reviews their work and discusses the project and its achievements. Effective communication and comparison before and after the 8D Problem-Solving Method process helps the team. Awareness of personal effort and feedback is important during this period as it can increase job satisfaction.

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Benefits of the 8D Problem-Solving Method include a better way to find the root cause, establish the necessary measures to eliminate the root cause, and apply the right treatment. The 8D method also helps find the control that is causing the problem to escape. The purpose of learning escape points is to improve management’s ability to identify failures or their causes (when and when they occur again). Finally, the prevention cycle examines the sequence of events that allowed the failure and the process that caused it to exist.

The 8D Problem-Solving Method approach is universally applicable to any organization that needs a solution. However, there are some industries and businesses that have been successful using this 8D method, such as manufacturing, the automotive industry, engineering companies that produce products, and large and medium-sized businesses.

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To complete the 8D process, the following are important:   i. Good team.   ii. A correct description of the problem.   iii. Not skipping the 8D Problem-Solving Method steps.   iv. Cooperation within the team and management support.

Some errors continued to occur as the team tried to locate the source of the problem and implement the correct solution. To prevent these defective products from reaching consumers, interim containment ensures that the defect remains in place until the problem is completely resolved. If the customer reaches the wrong location, it can lead to liability, failure, and customer dissatisfaction.

The 8D Problem-Solving Method report is a document used to document the 8D process, detailing the implementation of solutions and evaluating the effectiveness of solutions.  

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When you choose onsite Eight Disciplines of Problem Solving (8D) Training, Quality-One brings the knowledge to you, resulting in immediate benefits for your team. The convenience of Onsite Technical Training has made it a popular option for many of our clients who require five or more participants to be trained.  Expenses are minimal compared to having the whole team travel.

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The Quality-One 8D problem solving training course follows the steps of 8D in a dynamic, instructor-led environment. The course describes to participants the methodologies that have proven to be best practices for effective 8D development. Each participant will be able to interact with all of the elements of the 8D process, including the use of tools such as: Ishikawa/ Fishbone, Affinity Diagrams, Is / Is Not, Process Flow and Comparative Analysis. All activities will include industry-specific examples and terminology.

Participants will learn how to follow the 8D process steps while working in a Cross Functional Team (CFT). They will also practice problem solving tools to support a root cause and eliminate it through permanent corrective action. Participants can expect team activities and relevant exercises in a workshop format. The Quality-One 8D training materials and examples also provide an invaluable resource for review time after time.

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  • Perform 8D step by step
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  • Participate in 8D exercises
  • Define root causes and mechanisms of failure
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  • Determine effective Interim Containment Action
  • Manage and store 8D content (Lessons Learned) for future use
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Section 1 – 8D Overview

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  • Never-Achieved Problems

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  • Ishikawa / Fishbone
  • Affinity Diagram
  • Control Chart
  • Relationship between 8D and FMEA
  • 5 Why (3-Legged Approach)
  • Interfaces and Noise Factors
  • Error Proofing

Section 3 – 8D Process Step by Step

  • Problem Symptom
  • Quantified Symptom
  • Criteria for 8D Continuance
  • Roles and Responsibilities
  • Team Preparation
  • Agenda and Rules
  • Core Team and SMEs
  • Repeated Why
  • Workshop on Problem Statements and Brainstorming
  • Workshop on Problem Description Development
  • D3 – Interim Containment Action (ICA)
  • Human Factors (Operator Error)
  • Comparative Analysis
  • Root Cause Theories
  • Root Cause Verification
  • Escape Point
  • Workshop on Root Cause Theories
  • Methods for Selecting PCA
  • Verification of PCA
  • Plan, Do, Study, Act (PDSA) Implementation Plan
  • Change Management
  • Stakeholders
  • Validation Criteria and Sample Size
  • Processes and Procedures
  • Lessons Learned
  • Archive of Documents

8D Training (Offsite)

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8D Course Details (Offsite)

8D Training in a Quality-One Technical Training Center provides participants with a learning environment that is free from interruption from daily activities. This type of course is recommended for individuals or organizations with less than 5 people who require training. Our offsite Eight Disciplines of Problem Solving (8D) Training activities are developed around principles that all participants can relate to. Offsite training also allows participants from different backgrounds and industries to share their viewpoints and experiences. This discussion often helps participants from one industry take advantage of best practices that are used in another.

8D Course Description (Offsite)

This engaging, instructor-led 8D problem solving training course takes participants through each step of the 8D problem solving process. The course offers each participant the knowledge of methodologies which have proven to be the best practices for 8D development. Each participant will be able to interact with all of the elements of the 8D process, including the use of tools such as: Ishikawa / Fishbone, Affinity Diagrams, Is / Is Not, Process Flow and Comparative Analysis.

Participants will learn how to follow the 8D process steps while working in a Cross Functional Team (CFT). They will also practice problem solving tools to support a root cause and eliminate it through permanent corrective action. Participants can expect team activities and relevant exercises in a workshop format. The Quality-One reference materials and examples also provide an invaluable resource for review time after time.

8D Course Objectives (Offsite)

8d course outline (offsite).

  • Ishakawa / Fishbone
  • 5 Why (3-Legged 5 Why Approach)
  • D0 – Prepare (Plan) for the 8D

8D Training (Online)

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8D Course Details (Online)

The Quality-One Online Eight Disciplines of Problem Solving (8D) Training Overview is an excellent introduction to the 8D methodology. The course is completely interactive, featuring audio, video, animation and downloadable reference materials. Online training gives you immediate access to 8D process content and is available 24 hours a day.

8D Course Description (Online)

Quality-One Online 8D Training Overview introduces participants to the basic principles of 8D, including each step required in the 8D format. Participants will also be able to understand the sequence of the 8D process and receive guidance on what tools are involved with each step. This course follows a structured approach for defining problems and identifying root causes. The participant will have 30 days to complete this course and can access it at any time.

8D Course Objectives (Online)

Upon completion of this overview, the participant will acquire the knowledge to:

  • Understand the 8D process and describe each step
  • Describe the tools and methods used in support of 8D
  • Explain how 8D teams are structured
  • Identify Symptoms, Problem Statements, Problem Descriptions, Possible Causes, Most Likely Causes and Root Causes
  • Describe Interim Containment and Permanent Corrective Actions
  • Explain how Preventative Analysis benefits organizations
  • Explain verification vs. validation during problem solving
  • Explain how the escape points link to control plans

8D Course Outline (Online)

  • Change Induced Problems
  • Never Achieved Problems
  • Ishakawa Fishbone
  • 5 Why (3-legged Approach)
  • D3 – Interim Containment Action
  • Root Cause theories
  • PDSA Implementation Plan
  • D8 – Closure and Congratulate the Team

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Examples Of 8D Problem-Solving

Product defects are not uncommon but an organization must act quickly to eliminate them. This will ensure customers have a…

8D Report Example

Product defects are not uncommon but an organization must act quickly to eliminate them. This will ensure customers have a good experience and the brand doesn’t suffer. In the event of a complaint, an organization can rely on the analysis of an 8D report sample to address errors and improve quality.

The 8D methodology is a structured and systematic approach to problem-solving. From an 8D problem-solving example it’s clear that it not only identifies a problem but also recognizes the weaknesses in the system. Analysis of an 8D report example prevents future occurrences of similar issues.

Examples Of 8D Reports

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An 8D problem-solving example shows the strength of this model lies in its methodology, structure and discipline. Organizations can effectively use an 8D report example to analyze defects, its root causes and ways to implement corrective actions.

Let’s have a look at these 8D reports.  

An organization had a problem with holes appearing in its metal cast toy parts. They found that about 3% of their last batch received complaints after operations due to pin-hole defects. An analysis was submitted after the purchase head asked for a full 8D report example . Here’s a look at the 8D report sample that was submitted.

D1 : Names of team members, team leader and manager.

D2 : The problem reported by the customer is described by answering the following questions:

  • What is the problem? A pin-hole defect
  • Who reported it? Tulip Pvt Ltd
  • When did it occur? Seen in the last batch
  • Why did it happen? Due to a defect in the casting base
  • How much production is affected? 3% of the products are defective.

  These questions aim to simplify their approach to problem-solving.

D3 : Once the problem is defined, the defective parts are segregated.

D4 : The root cause of the problem is identified by answering the following questions:

  • Why is there a pin-hole defect?
  • Why are core problems arising?
  • Why wasn’t the core cured properly?
  • Why was drying/curing time not modified?

These questions reveal that curing time was not validated and that was the root cause of the problem.  

D5 : A permanent corrective plan is recommended to the quality assurance engineer. It is proposed that product and process should be validated for new drying time.

D6 : Permanent corrective actions are implemented. 10 samples are collected. Product and process characteristics of each sample are checked.

D7 : Preventive measures are recommended to ensure the problem doesn’t recur.

D8 : Team and individual contributions are recognized by the manager. The team leader and team members are rewarded for their efforts.  

An organization received customer complaints about shrinkage on an automobile part. The management demanded a thorough analysis based on an 8D problem-solving example . Here’s the 8D report sample that was submitted:

D1 : A team is created with supply team members, team leader and manager.

D2 : A customer complaint is used to describe the problem. The problem is established by answering the following questions:

  • What is the complaint? Shrinkage on sump.
  • When was it seen? In the last batch.
  • Why did it happen? Due to a defect in the entrance area.
  • Who reported the problem? Albert D’Souza
  • How much production is affected? Nearly 2%

These questions allow the team to devise a containment plan.  

D3 : As a containment action the team decides to stop consignments and segregate the good parts immediately.

D4 : To identify the root cause, the team has to answer the questions defining the problem. They are:

  • Why was there a shrinkage at the ingate area?
  • Why were high pouring temperatures used?
  • Why was the pyrometer reading incorrect?
  • Why was the pyrometer condition not checked?

The root cause of the problem is revealed to be a faulty pyrometer.

D5 : As a permanent corrective plan, periodic checking of the pyrometer is suggested to the maintenance supervisor.

D6 : Permanent corrective action is implemented and pyrometers are scheduled for weekly checks.

D7 : Periodic checking and proper maintenance of pyrometers are factors to prevent a recurrence.

D8 : The team effort is recognized. The manager and team are praised for solving the problem.

An 8D report example will show that Root Cause Analysis (RCA) is an integral part of the 8D process. It helps managers establish problem statements, identify potential causes, compare theories and confirm the main cause of a problem. You can establish the root cause in an 8D report example by asking the most relevant questions related to the defect.

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