Pathfinder

Operational Clarity Audit

What you’ll get

  • Clarity

    Gain crystal-clear visibility into one critical operational process, allowing you to understand exactly where efficiency is lost and why

  • Confidence

    Make data-informed decisions on where to focus your limited resources for maximum impact, rather than guessing.

  • Direction

    Receive a prioritized roadmap of 3-5 immediate, actionable improvements you can implement yourself to reduce waste and streamline operations.

  • Efficiency

    Identify key areas where up to 25% of your current process time is non-value added, revealing untapped potential for greater productivity.

  • Foundation

    Establish a foundational understanding of Lean principles applied directly to your business, empowering you to spot inefficiencies in the future.

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How we help you

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Operational Clarity Report

A concise, visually-rich report (8-12 pages) that synthesizes findings. Key sections include:

  • Current State Visual Model

  • TIMWOOD Analysis of The 3 Waste: Muda, Mura, Muri.

  • Root Cause Analysis and the 5 Whys

  • Prioritized Actionable Recommendations with achievable immediate results

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Focused Interviews

Unlock the potential of your organization from up to three (3) in-depth meetings with your dedicated consultant, designed to provide clear insights into your unique challenges and opportunities.

Our structured approach ensures that each session is not just a discussion but a strategic collaboration. By prioritizing understanding and clarity, we equip you with the tools to address your issues effectively, all while fostering a results-oriented mindset.

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Sustainability

We equip you with the tools to not only fix your current issues holding your business back from scaling, but also ensure that your business can sustain newfound efficiency.

We personally check back 30 days after service to ensure satisfaction!

Clarity • Direction • Efficiency • Confidence • Foundation •

Clarity • Direction • Efficiency • Confidence • Foundation •

Frequently Asked Questions

  • You will receive a comprehensive Operational Clarity Report. This concise, visually-rich document will include a high-level visual of your primary process, identification of your top 3-5 operational waste areas, provide a high-level Root Cause Analysis for each, and offer prioritized, actionable recommendations you can implement immediately to improve efficiency.

  • The full audit process, from initial intake to final report presentation, typically spans 2-3 weeks. Your primary time commitment will be for 2-3 focused virtual interview sessions (90-120 minutes each) with key personnel, plus a 60-90 minute virtual session for the final report presentation and Q&A.

  • The Pathfinder: Operational Clarity Audit is specifically designed for diagnosis and providing actionable recommendations. It focuses on giving you a clear blueprint for improvement. While we provide the strategic roadmap, hands-on implementation is not included in this tier. However, for clients seeking direct support with implementation, broader transformation, or dedicated team training, we offer our more comprehensive Architect and Vanguard engagements.

  • The Pathfinder Audit focuses intensely on one primary operational process or a specific, defined area of inefficiency within your business. This focused approach allows us to deliver deep insights and actionable recommendations quickly. It does not cover a full organizational assessment of multiple departments. If you require a broader review, our Architect or Vanguard tiers would be more suitable.

  • You can expect to gain crystal-clear visibility into where efficiency is lost and why. The recommendations will empower you to identify quick-win opportunities to reduce waste and streamline flow, potentially revealing where up to 15-25% of your current process time is non-value added. This audit provides the foundation for making data-informed decisions and initiating significant operational improvements within your business.

  • Following the delivery of your Operational Clarity Report, we will have a dedicated 60-90 minute virtual presentation and Q&A session to ensure you fully understand the findings and recommendations. While ongoing implementation support is not part of this tier, we are happy to discuss how our Architect and Vanguard services can provide the continuous guidance and hands-on assistance needed to achieve your long-term operational goals.