Hoshin Kanri, also known as policy deployment, is a comprehensive approach used by businesses to ensure that strategic goals are effectively communicated throughout the organization and then implemented. The framework emphasizes alignment of goals and continuous improvement, drawing from principles of the Toyota Production System. It involves all levels of an organization in identifying and focusing on key business objectives, which enhances both individual and collective commitment to these goals.
Establish organizational vision and long-term goals. | Develop breakthrough objectives and annual objectives. | Define and prioritize projects or initiatives to achieve these objectives. | Implement performance metrics to monitor progress. | Conduct regular review and revision sessions to ensure alignment and adapt to changes.
Secure commitment from top management | Clearly communicate the vision and objectives to all employees | Regularly review and adjust goals and strategies
Ensures alignment of strategic goals across the organization | Promotes a culture of continuous improvement | Enhances employee engagement and accountability
Can be time-consuming to implement and maintain | Requires strong leadership and commitment | May be complex for smaller organizations
When aligning the entire organization towards common goals | During annual strategic planning sessions
In very small organizations where informal alignment might be more efficient | When rapid, short-term responses are required