Gemba Walk Checklist

Gemba Walk checklist is crucial for ensuring that all relevant aspects of the workplace are observed and evaluated during the walk. Here’s a suggested checklist template that you can customize based on your specific industry, organization, and objectives:

1. Safety and Housekeeping:
   • Are safety procedures being followed?
   • Is the work area clean and organized?
   • Are there any safety hazards or potential risks?
2. Workplace Organization:
   • Is there visual management in place (e.g., signage, labels, color-coding)?
   • Are tools, equipment, and materials properly stored and accessible?
   • Are workstations ergonomically designed for efficiency and safety?
3. Standard Work and Procedures:
   • Are standard operating procedures (SOPs) being followed?
   • Are there any deviations from standard work, and if so, why?
   • Are employees trained adequately on standard procedures?
4. Quality Control:
   • Are quality standards being met?
   • Are there any defects or non-conformities in the products or services?
   • Are quality inspection points clearly defined and followed?
5. Production or Service Metrics:
   • What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for production/service?
   • Are production/service targets being met?
   • Are there any bottlenecks or areas of inefficiency?
6. Employee Engagement and Communication:
   • Are employees engaged in their work?
   • Is there effective communication between team members and management?
   • Are there any concerns or suggestions raised by employees?
7. Continuous Improvement Opportunities:
   • What improvement opportunities exist in the work area?
   • Are there any ideas for process optimization or waste reduction?
   • How can efficiency and effectiveness be enhanced?
8. Customer Focus:
   • How does the work being performed impact customer satisfaction?
   • Are there any customer feedback or complaints that need to be addressed?
   • How can customer experience be improved?
9. Training and Development Needs:
   • Are there any skill gaps or training needs identified during the walk?
   • Do employees require additional training or resources to perform their tasks effectively?
   • How can training and development programs be enhanced?
10. Follow-Up Actions:
    • What are the immediate actions to be taken based on observations during the Gemba Walk?
    • Who is responsible for implementing these actions, and what are the timelines?
    • How will progress be monitored and evaluated?

This comprehensive checklist covers key areas like safety, quality, process flow, inventory management, workplace organization, and employee engagement. Customize it based on your specific goals and priorities for continuous improvement. Remember to adapt and refine the checklist based on feedback, evolving priorities, and the specific goals of each Gemba Walk. Regularly review and update the checklist to ensure its relevance and effectiveness in driving continuous improvement within your organization.

Conducting Gemba Walks using eAuditor Audits & Inspections  offers several advantages and essential features:

eAuditor Audits & Inspections Benefits for Gemba Walks

• Allows capturing data in real-time during the walk (notes, photos, videos, etc.).
• Provides structured checklists and templates for consistent observations.
• Enables geotagging and timestamping of observations for better context.
• Facilitates assigning action items and tracking progress over time.
• Allows remote collaboration and sharing of findings with teams.

Essential Features of a Gemba Walk eAuditor Audits & Inspections App

Data Capture

• Note-taking functionality to record observations and insights.
• Photo/video integration to document issues visually.

Checklists and Templates

• Customizable checklists for different focus areas (safety, quality, 5S, etc.).
• Pre-built templates for common Gemba Walk types.

Reporting and Analytics

• Custom dashboards to visualize and analyze observation data.
• Trend analysis and metrics tracking over time.
• Ability to generate reports and share findings.

Workflow and Collaboration

• Task assignment .
• Real-time updates and notifications for teams.
• Integration with communication tools (email, messaging, etc.).

By digitizing Gemba Walks with eAuditor Audits & Inspections app, organizations can streamline the process, improve data accuracy, enable real-time collaboration, and drive continuous improvement more effectively.