5 K /5 W An Advanced Technique For finding best solution

Prepared by Sachin Sahu

EngineerIndian Rayon

Why needed this techniqueQ.1 There are so many problem finding technique in the market why there is a need of a new one.Answer is simple , There is always a need of new one just kidding, real answer is that this method contain a powerful factor which is missing in most of the methods is the 5th K of this method which account for responsibility.

K stand’s for1 k for Kya /what2 k for Kyu /why3 k for Kaise /way4 k for Kab /when 5 k for Kon/ who

1 K / W

1st k of this method representing the Hindi word kya /What here it has importance in real defined problemFor Ex :- If some one saying water tap not working it’s a

problem but not a real one Real problem is that what’s the major affect by itSo real problem in this case is WATER WASTAGEThis first k headed our mind towards real problem

2nd K / W

2nd k of this methods representing the Hindi word kyu / why

Here it is used for finding root cause of the problem For finding root cause there are several means like why why analysis , Fish bone diagram E.T.C these analysis can be used for major problem otherwise experience / technical knowledge are also valid

3rd K / W

3rd K of this method stand for Hindi word kaise/ways here it is showing what is the best method to solve the problem. There are many ways to solve a problem but the best

one is comes after cut off all ties mainly to be : -1.Safe2. Cost Effective 3.Higher Sustainable 4.Maximum Output drivin5.Appropriate time consuming

4th K /W

4th k of this method stands for Hindi word kab/when here it is stands for time reference

What is the Average time required for providing best solution in effect.

Time boundation is the best way for doing things on time it requires both effort & commitment.

5th K /W

5th K of this method stands for Hindi word kon / who Here it is representing the authorized person/Body who has a responsibility for completing this desired solution any how in time.

Case :- There is a company named as Indian Rayon situated at Veraval (Gujarat) it is a renowned name in VFY production, there is a dept. name PSY spinning(p) in it which contain many units itself including its own dye unit where various colour dye batch prepared as per customer demand. In colour dye preparation 2 or more colour mixed in a definite proportion. Each time the particular colour dye used helper has to wash his hand as per SOP for this he opens the tap, but the location of tap is far from weighing machine, so he uses an extra pipe present there already this extra pipe also uses for tanks washing. The helper opens the tap and start mixing colour one by one as per requirement each time he uses a new dye he has to wash his hand & the tap remains open until the required colour batch is prepared. It is in notice to all the senior person but all of them searching for a best solution possible of this serious matter Q :-Find the abnormality in it & Provide best possible solution of this case by using 5K method

Case Study Problem :- In dye room of a company name

Indian Rayon Veraval each time a mix dye batch prepared A tap is opened for hand wash and it remains open till the weighing of mix dye completed.

1 K finding Real problemReal problem :- A handsome amount of water

going in drain simply WATER WASTEGE

2nd K is to find out why it is happening From day to day experience someone finds outWater Tap is far from the weighing area forcing operator to use extra pipe for his comfort.

3rd K is to find out best possible way of solving problem

Solution suggested by various body 1. An extra tap should be provided at tail end of pipe.2.Operator should be instructed for not using the extra pipe each time he should come near the tap for hand washing.3. Provide an extra permanent pipeline near weighing balance.

Finding best out of them

1st solution is generating an extra unsafe activity. No need to further analysis as safety cannot be compromised

2nd solution is Safe, installation cost is zero, but not sustainable as it is against human nature , output maximum, time consumption nil.

3rd Solution is Safe, one time investment under limit, Highly sustainable, output maximum , time consumption variable but less. Best possible solution is 3rd one as it is sustainable with some extra cost.

4th K is about kab when the job is completed

After agreement with the service providing bodies the job is completed with in ------ time & in desired manner

5th K is for responsibility Mr. XYZ from the side of affected body upper management team has the overall responsibility to get the job done on time and to communicate with service providing body for the on going job status