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EXAMPLE OF AN AFFINITY DIAGRAM FOR -
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'Possible Solutions to reduce cycle time for Process A'
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MachinePersonnelInfrastructure
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+ Run Machine Faster+ Assign more people+ Reduce Paperwork
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+ Get a New Machine+ Provide additional training+ Improve forklift
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+ Apply new controls
+ Let X run the process / machine
+ Better conveyor
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+ Reduce set-up time+ Provide help during setup+ New overhead crane
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Vendor MaintenanceCustomer
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+ Improve vendor communication
+ Better lubricant
+ Map Customer Locations
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+ Use apps to share documents
+ Reliability-centred maintenance
+ Assess Demand in Advance
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+ Have additional sources+ More frequent lubrication
+ Set up a Collection queue
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+ Collaborate to improve quality
+ Prompt response to calls
+ Plan for reverse logistics
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IMPORTANT: Do not criticise or analyse the points brought up at this stage
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