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Rather than reacting to problems after implementation, 3P helps teams eliminate waste, improve quality, and validate ideas before production begins.</p><p>This visual reference provides a clear roadmap for moving from an initial concept to a production-ready design using proven Lean thinking and creative experimentation.</p><p></p><img src="https://ezycourse.b-cdn.net/5664/cmrdybl22bv2z90qpfwvh7clo.png" alt="image" containerstyle="position: relative; width: 437px; height: auto; cursor: pointer; margin: 0px auto;" wrapperstyle="display: flex;"><p></p></div><div class="markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling"><hr><h2 id="8b08b290-f297-4c15-812b-1a9c2042d680" data-toc-id="8b08b290-f297-4c15-812b-1a9c2042d680" style="text-align: left; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">What You'll Learn</h2><p>This poster explains:</p><ul><li><p>The eight major phases of the 3P process</p></li><li><p>How successful design projects progress from concept to implementation</p></li><li><p>Why structured experimentation reduces project risk</p></li><li><p>The importance of evaluating ideas before committing resources</p></li><li><p>How 3P supports better products, processes, and production systems</p></li></ul><hr><h2 id="3bbbb9ac-8c05-4e92-8da1-6a1342f2ab7f" data-toc-id="3bbbb9ac-8c05-4e92-8da1-6a1342f2ab7f" style="text-align: left; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">Practical Guidance for Every Stage</h2><p>More than a simple flowchart, this poster summarizes the key objectives and activities that occur throughout a successful 3P project.</p><p>Inside you'll discover:</p><ul><li><p>The purpose of each step in the 3P methodology</p></li><li><p>Key activities that move projects forward</p></li><li><p>Practical design and evaluation concepts</p></li><li><p>Guidance for prototype development and refinement</p></li><li><p>Best practices for selecting and implementing the final design</p></li></ul><hr><h2 id="d6a9f2ae-eb69-49a3-a9aa-70525aa96c6f" data-toc-id="d6a9f2ae-eb69-49a3-a9aa-70525aa96c6f" style="text-align: left; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">Perfect For</h2><ul><li><p>Lean Manufacturing</p></li><li><p>Production Preparation Process (3P)</p></li><li><p>New Product Development</p></li><li><p>Equipment Design</p></li><li><p>Facility and Cell Design</p></li><li><p>Engineering Teams</p></li><li><p>Continuous Improvement Programs</p></li><li><p>Lean Training and Workshops</p></li></ul><hr><h2 id="01f15f40-3d9d-4112-9fd0-b139c871c609" data-toc-id="01f15f40-3d9d-4112-9fd0-b139c871c609" style="text-align: left; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">Why This Poster Belongs in Your Workplace</h2><p>Successful product and process design rarely happens by accident. 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CI Term Poster: The Steps of the Production Preparation Process (3P)

Follow the 8 steps of the 3P (Production Preparation Process) to design better products, reduce waste, and improve implementation success.

CI Term Poster: The Steps of the Production Preparation Process (3P)

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