Major Issues List for effective program management
What was the challenge?
Launching a new product always comes with new problems and last minute issues which need swift resolution. The key to successfully ramping the product is directly correlated to how quickly the late issues are resolved. Having a proven repeatable process for issue resolution is where the Major Issue List (MIL) really shines.
Asking the question Differently
What tools can be leveraged to ensure the customer’s expectation is delivered without compromising schedule, costs, quality, or team members.
Demanding an innovative answer
The MIL is a beautifully simple tool. It focuses on the basics of program management while incorporating the fast paced demanding nature of Silicone Valley. Driving clear check points, assigning direct responsibility, follow-up reviews, roadblock removal, and leadership alignment are the hallmarks of the MIL. It’s this proven winning formula which is disciplined and repeatable which leads to successful launch after launch at the highest levels of technical innovation in the consumer electronics industry.
Capturing better results, easier…
T&F has perfected key program management strategies to ensure new products are delivered on time, on budget, and with the project team feeling accomplished, not burnt-out. As businesses evolve and expand rapidly, so must the program management processes and techniques which accompany that growth. We’ve established a winning program management foundation which all programs are based while continuing to innovate new product development tools for the future of new product introduction.
Empowering a hands-on approach
A key aspect of T&F’s approach is to work along side the manufacturing team, not remotely from an office. We believe in order to provide the largest benefit quickly a “boots on the ground” approach is required. In addition, the tools need to be easy to use by all employees, regardless of level, as outlined below in the critical benefits of the MIL.
Key Benefits of the MIL Methodology:
Timeliness - adding check points and/or regrouping points to each action is critical to ensure closure. We target close CPs to remove roadblocks quickly enabling fast resource reallocation.
Responsibility - clear action ownership is a hallmark of MIL tool. All actions have one directly responsible individual, who provides all updates on status and help needed.
Practicality & Repeatability - The MIL tool’s simplicity allows for seamless integration with all industries, regardless of size or complexity, enabling a repeatable tool which can be used broadly amongst teams. We’ve used more complex tools and enterprise software solutions which inevitably lead to over burdening the equipment or team members.
Contact us to explore how T&F’s PM tools including MIL can revolutionize your program management processes and drive fast paced results in your manufacturing environment.