As discussed throughout this chapter, implementing change to achieve the future
state can be conducted by using the action plan as the guiding document. Keeping
the team focused on the results generated through multiple kaizen events or
improvement projects can easily center on the action plan. Team members not
only see the prioritized plan in a structured manner, but they also can easily
review this plan against the Future State Map on an ongoing basis.
Because it is not the norm to complete all aspects of change associated with a
Future State Map in a single week, the need to manage and refocus efforts over
a period of time is crucial to successful implementation. Keeping the action plan