THE HURDLES TO OVERCOME
Hurdle #1
There are only problems in a process, if there is a bad OUTCOME
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Process = "HOW"
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Outcome = "SO WHAT"
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Not all problems need to be addressed immediately
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Build a framework to measure outcomes, KPIs and actual production.
Hurdle #2
Identifying problems needs to be systemic and continuous. You have to have 2 things:
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People - great owners who care and understand business goals and outcomes
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System - a reliable system to collect and understand incidents
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Many problems go unseen to leadership and management. That's why promoting a culture of ownership and problem identification is incredibly important
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That, and having a great system to do something with the problems collected is imperative.
Hurdle #3
The biggest mistake people make is treating the symptom, not the actual problem.
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Include your team in the discovery process
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Run a test scenario through the process before jumping into any conclusions.
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It's easy to assume. Leaders at the top lack the ability to see all of the details and work out the kinks.
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Collaborate with those who are 'boots on the ground' you'll be surprised of the patterns they see daily. (Just take a lesson from Undercover Boss)