Resolve Recurring Issues with Continuous Improvement is a foundational course for professionals seeking to enhance operational stability and performance. If you are tired of temporary fixes and want to solve business problems for good, this course provides a structured, data-driven methodology. You will learn to move beyond treating symptoms by using root cause analysis techniques like the 5 Whys to diagnose the fundamental source of persistent failures.
Resolve Recurring Issues with Continuous Improvement
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Resolve Recurring Issues with Continuous Improvement
This course is part of Supplier Performance & Risk Management Specialization
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Resolve recurring issues through continuous improvement by identifying root causes, implementing fixes, and measuring impact.
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January 2026
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There are 2 modules in this course
This module lays the foundation for continuous improvement by teaching learners how to look beyond surface-level symptoms and identify the true source of recurring problems. Learners will explore the business impact of unresolved issues and master the 5 Whys technique, a powerful tool for root cause analysis.
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2 videos1 reading2 assignments
In this module, learners move from analysis to action. They will learn how to develop standardized corrective actions that prevent problems from recurring and how to select and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of their solutions, ensuring that their efforts lead to tangible business results.
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