Japanese Methodologies and Philosophies

10 Small Habit Changes to Double Productivity: Master Soshin and the 5 Whys

By TIGO | 03 Oct 2023

Why are you working harder, not smarter? Discover the 10 small, daily mindset shifts—from applying the 'Beginner's Mind' (Soshin) to questioning Why five times—that unlock exponential work efficiency starting today.

SPI Tests for IT enginers

By TIGO | 21 Jun 2023

The SPI (Synthetic Personality Inventory) test was designed in Japanese for Japanese job seekers, and includes Japanese language expressions that may be difficult for international students, so be sure to prepare in advance. The SPI test is meant to determine your general abilities and personality type.

Reduce waste in software development with 3M model: Muda, Mura, Muri

By TIGO | 17 Mar 2023

Muda, Mura, and Muri are Japanese terms that refer to the three categories of waste found in a business. Understanding each is key to implementing proper lean manufacturing processes.

Japan’s Unusual Farming Strategy: Renting Land and Leaving It Fallow for 5 Years — Here’s the Truth…

By TIGO | 07 Mar 2023

They Rented the Land… Then Did Nothing. Here’s Why.

How To Use Poka-Yoke (Mistake Proofing) Technique To Improve Software Quality

By TIGO | 01 Jan 2023

Poka-yoke is a Japanese term that means "mistake-proofing" or "inadvertent error prevention".

3 Levels of Quality in KANO Analysis Model

By TIGO | 02 Dec 2022

The KANO model shows that there is a basic level of quality that customers assume the product will have. For example, all cars have windows and tires. If asked, customers don't even mention the basic quality items, they take them for granted. However, if this quality level isn't met the customer will be dissatisfied.

Genba Genbutsu Genjitsu (3Gs), (Go to the Genba & see for yourself!)

By TIGO | 24 Nov 2022

Genchi Genbutsu (現地現物) literally translates "real location, real thing”(meaning "the situation onsite") and it is a key principle of the Toyota Production System. The principle is sometimes referred to as "go and see." It suggests that in order to truly understand a situation one needs to observe what is happening at the site where work actually takes place: the gemba (現場). One definition is that it is "collecting facts and data at the actual site of the work or problem.

What is the Differences Between Kaizen and Innovation (Kakushin)?

By TIGO | 23 Nov 2022

Kaizen is focused on small improvements as a result of ongoing efforts of the company's staff members. On the other hand, innovation is focused on large, dramatic improvements as a result of big changes in technology and equipment.

Questions and answers about Kano Model

By TIGO | 03 Nov 2022

Explore the latest questions and answers in Kano Model, and find Kano Model experts. Is KANO MODEL for measuring customer satisfaction still in active use?

Jidoka in Software Development and Odoo ERP/MRP

By TIGO | 19 Sep 2022

Jidoka is the principle of detecting errors as soon as possible, to avoid unnecessary waste in the processes that use the wrong data. In the software development governance, one of the pillars is the definition of the budget, avoiding errors in this calculation becomes a vital task for the software development life cycle that needs the funds are in accordance with the effort that we will need.

Kaizen, Kaikaku and Kakushin – what’s the difference?

By TIGO | 09 Sep 2022

In the world of Lean, there are three terminologies used in the domain of improvement: Kaizen, Kaikaku and Kakushin.

What is 5 Whys (Five Whys)?

By TIGO | 09 Sep 2022

Five whys (or 5 whys) is an iterative interrogative technique used to explore the cause-and-effect relationships underlying a particular problem.

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