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SMED Experiment Tracker & Checklist

An interactive operator-centered tracker and checklist to run rapid SMED experiments: capture baseline setup time, plan timeboxed experiments, record measurement results, capture standardized steps, and lock in validated improvements.

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SMED Experiment Tracker & Checklist

Purpose: Run quick, operator-led SMED experiments that are measured, repeatable, and ready to become standard work when they prove out. Use this form at the machine or line to capture baseline time, test small changes, and record results that operators and supervisors can trust.

Measurement rule: Measure from 'last good part' to 'first good part' using a stopwatch. Enter times in minutes (decimals allowed). If your team prefers mm:ss, convert to decimal minutes for storage and comparison.

A short, specific name (e.g., 'Tool staging at cart', 'Fixture quick-release latch'), so teams can find it later.
YYYY-MM-DD or friendly date. Required for trend analysis.
Where this experiment ran (e.g., Line 2, Lathe A, Night Shift).
Who led the experiment and did the measurement. Operator ownership is critical.
Measured total setup time using the Measurement rule above. Enter minutes as a decimal (e.g., 12.5 = 12m30s).
List the main setup steps and who performed them. This helps identify internal vs external tasks.
How many tasks require the machine to be stopped? (Used to prioritize conversion).
What change will you make and why do you expect it to reduce setup time? Keep it short and testable.
Select the kinds of changes you will test.
How long will you run the trial? Keep experiments short and focused (e.g., 30–120 minutes).
Describe how you will measure (stopwatch, video, multiple runs averaged) and any acceptance rules (e.g., 25% reduction, no quality defects).
Measured using the same method as baseline. Enter minutes as a decimal.
Baseline minus post-experiment. If you prefer, compute offline and enter here.
(Optional) Calculate (baseline - post) / baseline * 100. Enter as a number, e.g., 30 for 30%.
Did the experiment introduce any defects, safety risks, or near misses?
Does the lead operator agree this is an improvement worth standardizing?
Name of person who reviewed and authorized standard work update if accepted.
If yes and accepted, attach or record the updated steps and visuals in your standard work repository.
Where the updated procedure is stored (document ID, folder, or URL).
Summarize what worked, what blocked you, and suggested follow-up experiments or investments.
Capture practical tips, feel, or cautions from the operator's perspective.
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