Standardization vs Continuous Improvement
Require evidence-based change control before updating standards so improvements are validated and traceable rather than ad-hoc deviations.
CyberTRIZ analysis · GreenFieldIndustrialProjects contradiction SFR033 · one of 8,235 worked contradictions published by CyberTRIZ.AI
Regulations
Business Context
Standardized designs, specifications, procedures, and work processes improve consistency and reduce execution uncertainty. Rigid standardization can prevent organizations from incorporating better technology, lessons, methods, or operating experience.
Green Field Industrial Projects TRIZ Resolution
Standardize proven foundations while maintaining controlled mechanisms for improvement. Changes should require evidence and structured validation, after which successful improvements become part of the new standard.
Applicable TRIZ Principles
Principle 1 – Segmentation separates stable standard elements from areas open to improvement.
Principle 15 – Dynamics allows standards to evolve as better solutions are demonstrated.
Principle 23 – Feedback incorporates verified project and operating experience into future standards.
Expected Outcome
Greater execution consistency
Continued improvement
Reduced uncontrolled variation
Faster reuse of proven innovations
Decision Indicators
Early indicators include:
Known improvements are rejected because they differ from standards.
Every project independently modifies common designs.
Standards remain unchanged despite recurring problems.
Deviations occur without structured validation.
Lessons learned are disconnected from standard-setting processes.