Hi,
I work for a large FMCG who is introducing major changes both system and machine wise. Currently we dont do any process capability, FMEA's etc but are very keen and have the support to put what is needed in place to be a WCM.
But as part of bringing some structure to our processes we are looking at using APQP , without trying to scare some of the guys here by scaring them with a load of new tools.
Im putting a workshop together to give a tiny bit of why we want a capable process, very top line what the 5 stages are and a snippet of FMEA and process capabillity to really show the benefits get buy in then and then start the ball rolling. Workshop going to involve statapult so they practically can see what happening. (They will already had basic training in A3 problem solving, understand distribution and S.D).
After all that just really wanting any help on if this is right thing to do and advice or basic exercises which will help really!
Thanks Newby Jane
Hello Jane,
The AIAG APQP guidelines are similar to the activities listed in clause 7.1 "Planning for Product Realization." You may want to point this out.
I can share an excercise with you that I conduct at the beginning of the APQP Course.
- I break the group in teams of two.
- Each team lists 5 problems that they have recently experienced.
- Next they select the #1 problem and list the possible root causes.
- Then I ask them to list all activities/controls that should have been implemented to prevent that problem form occurring.
- I then point out how very smart we are in retrospect.
- I explain that APQP asks us to be proactive and smart beforehand.
- Next, I engage the group in a discussion about how much time they spend on proactive work versus reactive work and the costs associated with it.
Good luck!
Stijloor.
