RAMSTEINABI90-101 — 86th Airlift Wing Air Force Smart Operations For The 21st Century

RAMSTEINABI90-101 governs the structure and responsibilities for Air Force Smart Operations and continuous process improvement at the 86th Airlift Wing.

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  • Publication number: RAMSTEINABI90-101
  • Title: 86TH AIRLIFT WING AIR FORCE SMART OPERATIONS FOR THE 21ST CENTURY
  • Date: 2015-08-07

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It establishes the 86 AW AFSO21 Office, Executive Council, Wing Process Manager, and unit Process Manager structure. It requires training, governance, improvement metrics, implementation support, and reporting for AFSO21 programs.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all 86 AW personnel.

Topics covered

  • AFSO21 program structure
  • Continuous process improvement
  • Executive Council governance
  • Process Manager appointments
  • AFSO21 training and certification
  • Enterprise Value Stream Mapping
  • Improvement implementation metrics

Questions and answers

What is the objective of the AFSO21 program?

The objective of this program is to maximize value and reduce and/or eliminate waste in all 86 AW processes to fully integrate continuous improvement in wing missions. (paragraph 1)

How often does the Executive Council meet?

Meetings are held quarterly or as directed by the chair. (paragraph 2)

How many Process Managers must groups and squadrons appoint?

Each Group will and squadrons shall appoint at least one Process Manager to implement AFSO21 programs within their respective units. (paragraph 2)

How much retainability should Process Managers have when appointed?

All Process Managers should have at least 12-15 months retainability with the unit at the time of appointment. (paragraph 2)

What does the 86 AW AFSO21 Office provide to Process Managers?

The 86 AW AFSO21 Office (86 AW/CCO) will then advise/assist the group or squadron Process Managers in their application of AFSO21 tools and concepts. (paragraph 1)

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