Tools for Monitoring Change Progress

TPM/Lean Toolbox : 7 Tools of QC Explained Popularized by Dr. Kaoru Ishikawa, the 7 Quality Control Tools are fundamental techniques used to identify, analyze, and solve quality-related issues. These tools are simple yet highly effective for improving production processes and ensuring consistent quality: 1.Cause-and-Effect Diagrams Identifies potential causes of a problem and organizes them into categories. Helps teams brainstorm and visually map out all possible root causes of an issue. 2.Check Sheets A structured, prepared form used to collect and analyze data systematically. Tracks the frequency of specific events or defects in a process. 3.Control Charts Monitors process stability over time by plotting data points against control limits. Identifies whether a process is in control or affected by special cause variations. 4.Histograms Graphically displays the frequency distribution of data. Shows patterns or trends in data, such as variability or skewness. 5.Pareto Charts A bar graph based on the 80/20 rule, showing which factors contribute most to a problem. Prioritizes the most significant issues for resolution. 6.Scatter Diagrams Displays the relationship between two variables to identify correlations. Determines whether changes in one variable affect another. 7.Flowcharts Maps out the steps in a process to visualize workflows and identify inefficiencies. Clarifies how processes operate and highlights areas for improvement. Digitalization Digital transformation is revolutionizing quality management by integrating advanced technologies into traditional QC tools, making them smarter, faster, and more reliable. 1.Cause-and-Effect Diagrams Use digital platforms like cloud-based collaboration tools (e.g., Miro, Lucidchart) to create interactive diagrams that teams can update in real time. 2.Check Sheets Replace paper with digital forms using mobile apps (e.g., Ideagen Smartforms). Automate data collection through IoT sensors for real-time analysis. 3.Control Charts Software like SPC tools integrated with IoT devices to monitor processes in real time and generate automated alerts when control limits are predicted to be breached. 4.Histograms Data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI to create dynamic histograms that update automatically real-time. 5.Pareto Charts Cloud analytics platforms to generate Pareto charts automatically from large datasets, highlighting key issues instantly. Machine learning algorithms to predict which factors will likely contribute most to problems. 6.Scatter Diagrams Utilize software Minitab or Python analytics to create scatter plots with regression capabilities for deeper insights into variable relationships. 7.Flowcharts Process mapping tools like Visio or BPMN software integrated with workflow automation to create digital flowcharts that reflect real-time process status. These tools provide a structured approach to problem-solving, ensuring continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

Workday Tip: Configuration Change Tracker How do you track changes to your Workday configuration? Compile them in a spreadsheet or Word Doc. A pathbreaking development for the Workday configurators. “Configuration Change Tracker” is a new task that eliminates users needing to keep track of tenant modifications. Running the task will inform users about what has changed and what they may want to replicate in the next environment. It also allows administrators to view who has made modifications to a tenant. Advantages of this report <> Uses a timestamp prompt with "From" and "To" moments to retrieve a list of changes done within a specific period range. <> Separate tabs for “Ready to Migrate” and “Not Ready to Migrate” instances. <> The “Implementation Type” column specifies the type of instance such as; ‘Calc Field’ etc. <> Use “Filtered by Users” to view a list of changes made by certain users. <> The “New Instance” flag indicates newly created objects. <> Provides a list of “Deleted Instances” too. It also includes potential issues, such as missing reference IDs or instances that might not work properly with the web service. <> List changes made using ‘Web Services’ or an ‘EIB’ integration system. <> Provides the audit trail of the changes. <> Previously generated reports can be accessed using the task “View Change Tracker Reports”. Steps to configure <> Simply enable the domain “Configuration Change Management” and add relevant security groups. Points to consider <> Workday recommends to not use this report as the only method for auditing tenant changes because Configuration Change Tracker reports only direct changes to objects. It doesn't report changes to processes or other behavioral changes. For instance: A calculated field is changed. The change has an impact on the associated Condition Rule. It also changes the behavior of a business process step and a custom report. Configuration Change Tracker reports only the direct change to the field. It reports changes to the business process step. However, it doesn't report the changes in behavior of the Condition Rule or Custom Report. Viewing the change details in Configuration Change Tracker therefore doesn't always provide us with a complete audit trail. <> The “Configuration Change Tracker” only displays modified instances for Implementation Types that Workday may migrate. Configuration Change Tracker does not list updated objects that do not have an Implementation Type or that Workday is unable to migrate. <> Configuration Change Tracker can report up to 2 million configuration changes. This limit is based on the total number of changes in the tenant, not the number of configuration changes. Learn more about this feature on the community - https://lnkd.in/daCwJzT2 Happy Workday!! Customer Sharing Movement #workday, #workdayhcm, #workdayquicktips, #wdtipsbyshishirjain

→ 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐫 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠? Burn Down Charts have quietly revolutionized how agile teams stay on track. But are you truly leveraging them - or merely scratching the surface? Let’s uncover the mystery behind this essential tool that can make or break your sprint success. → 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈𝐬 𝐚 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐭, 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲? • Plots remaining work over time during a sprint or project. • Visualizes if your team is on pace to deliver. • Highlights risks before they become issues. → 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐎𝐧𝐞: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭 • Determine Total Work - count tasks or story points upfront. • Set Up Chart - X-axis for time, Y-axis for work remaining. • Update Daily - track remaining work every day using Jira, Trello, or manually. • Compare Progress - match actual vs. ideal progress to identify gaps. → 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧’𝐭 𝐈𝐠𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐞 • Time Axis (X) - sprint days or cycles. • Remaining Work Axis (Y) - hours, points, or tasks left. • Planned Progress Line - your steady, expected pace. • Actual Progress Line - real progress, telling the truth. → 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐚 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐞-𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 • Real-Time Tracking reveals hidden blockers early. • Transparency empowers the entire team and stakeholders. • Predictability sharpens your delivery forecasts. • Boosts Motivation through visible accountability. → 𝐓𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐞𝐫 • Jira - built-in burndown for Agile teams. • Trello - Power-Ups add visual tracking. • Azure DevOps - integrate third-party apps for charts. • Google Sheets - DIY for full control. → Here’s the Truth Most Teams Miss: The burn down chart isn’t just a graph. It’s a mirror reflecting your team’s health and sprint reality. Ignore it, and you risk derailment. Master it, and you gain a powerful ally guiding your success. follow Carlos Shoji for more insights

🍌 The Most Overlooked Progress Monitoring Tool — The Banana S-Curve Most projects compare Actual vs. Planned using a single S-Curve… but that only shows part of the picture. The Banana S-Curve uses two curves: Early Start Curve (Upper Limit) – fastest possible progress Late Start Curve (Lower Limit) – slowest allowable progress The gap between them = available float / flexibility. Now simply check where your Actual Progress Line falls: ✅ Closer to Early Curve → Low Risk ⚠️ Closer to Late Curve → High Risk (Float consumed!) Simple. Visual. Honest. More planners should be using this — not just for reporting, but for real risk awareness. #Planning #ProjectControls #SCurve #ScheduleRisk #ConstructionManagement

In CQV projects, what gets tracked gets done. But what gets tracked in five different places? That gets lost. In a recent project, the weekly updated PQ Schedule became the single source of truth. It didn’t just help us see progress - it helped us drive it. Here’s what that experience reinforced: ✅ Centralized tracking isn’t optional. Whether you use Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or a shared master tracker - what matters is one unified view of progress, milestones, and risks. ✅ Define meaningful KPIs. Track what matters: ● Protocols drafted ● Executed and reviewed ● Approved and closed out ✅ Report regularly and visually. Your dashboard should answer three questions: 1️⃣ Where are we now? 2️⃣ What’s behind? 3️⃣ What’s next? Because in large-scale C&Q projects, decentralized tracking creates confusion, missed dependencies, and finger-pointing. One source of truth. One rhythm of reporting. That’s how you maintain momentum. 💬 What’s your go-to method for CQV progress tracking? #CQV #Validation #ProjectManagement #GMPCompliance #Smartsheet #MicrosoftProject #ExecutionExcellence #LifeSciences #Ellab #TemperatureMatters #TrackingTools #ProjectControls