OE | Continuous Improvement
Operational Excellence | Continuous Improvement
In our most recent blog we look at the final (of 15) main KPA that forms part of an Operational Excellence programme - Continuous Improvement.
Continuous Improvement
Continuous Improvement (CI) is an ongoing effort to improve products, processes, or services by reducing waste or increasing quality. This continuous effort drives a competitive advantage for organisations that get it right, but consistency is not easy to achieve. Nor is change; whether your current processes are good or bad, effective or ineffective, they are deep rooted habits for your organisation. Setting up a clear and realistic plan allows your organisation to recognise and reward the right behaviour and create the foundation for true cultural change.
Establish Effective Goals
A successful continuous improvement plan can be demonstrated through strategies and actions. All levels of management and employees need to be aware of the principles and expected approach. There should be a dedicated team for CI activity management and the progress should be discussed and documented. Benchmarking processes throughout the company will identify operational improvements and establish effective goals and objectives.
Develop a Deeper Understanding
Many companies struggle to assemble a cohesive, continuous improvement plan and often turn to external companies such as MCP for assistance in analysing their current CI situation, to develop a deeper understanding of strategic objectives, identify opportunities across the enterprise, and drive better outcomes for long-term success.
If you are looking to assemble a continuous improvement plan, then you may need help in establishing a cohesive plan to drive better outcomes.
The first step to achieving this is by completing an Operational Excellence programme.
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