Processes, Flow & Quality · Quality
Poka-Yoke
Poka-Yoke · Quality method
Recurring human errors continue to create defects despite reminders and training.
Why use it
Design the process so mistakes are prevented or detected immediately.
How to apply
- Define the specific management situation and desired outcome.
- Gather the minimum facts, constraints, and perspectives needed to use the tool.
- Apply Poka-Yoke, make key assumptions explicit, and compare the result with realistic alternatives.
- Record the decision, next owner or action, and a testable criterion for the next step.
Output
An error-proofed process or control mechanism.