The Toyota Kata Practice Guide
Practicing Scientific Thinking Skills for Superior Results in 20 Minutes a Day
by:
Mike Rother
Summary:
The book provides a structured approach to developing continuous improvement and problem-solving skills through the practice of two main routines, the Improvement Kata and the Coaching Kata, which are designed to foster scientific thinking. It offers practical guidance, including clear steps, diagrams, and worksheets, to help individuals and teams make daily progress in learning and applying these methodologies for organizational success.
Key points:
1. Improvement Kata: A routine for daily improvement and learning. It involves setting goals, understanding current conditions, aiming for new targets, and using PDCA cycles to solve problems.
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