8D Problem Solving Methodology

Date : 9 June, 2026   Location / Mode : Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

INTRODUCTION

Critical, complex problems arising every day from cross-functional disciplines in the work environment can wreak havoc and affect your bottom-line big time if the root cause is not identified quickly and correctly. The problems usually persist and recur periodically failing any preventive actions or due to limitations in problem solving approach of the untrained individual. We often see departments passing the buck across the hallway to get the monkey off their back.

TOPS-8D (Team Oriented Problem Solving methodology) is a highly structured, problem solving tool perpetuated by FORD and is used by effective managers across the world in problems pertaining to Product/Process Quality as well as non-technical - Management / Marketing zones. It comprises 8 steps and follows the PDCA logic.

The goal of this method is to find the root cause of the problem using statistical tools, develop containment actions to protect the customer and take preventive actions to prevent recurrence of the problem. 

Keeping this in view, Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers' Association and Marathwada Auto Cluster is organizing a Training programme on "8D Problem Solving Methodology".