OVERVIEW
Mahesh Kasbekar is a Process Improvement Specialist and Senior Business Analyst with 27+ years of experience in Business Process Re-engineering (BPR) and Automation.
ABOUT ME
In 2026, delivering process improvement projects requires a blend of traditional rigor and modern agile flexibility. For a specialist like Mahesh Kasbekar, this involves a structured 7-stage framework that mirrors the "Agile-Lean-Sigma" hybrid model now standard in the industry.
The "Core Seven" Project Delivery Framework [W.E. D.R.I.V.E. change]
W - Why
Discovery and Assessment (The "Audit" Phase)
- Current State Mapping: Utilize digital process mining or value stream mapping to visualize existing workflows. - Stakeholder Engagement: Conduct interviews and workshops with cross-functional teams to identify "unreliable" processes and hidden bottlenecks.
E - Evaluate
Self Diagnosis and Root Cause Analysis
- Data-Driven Deep Dive: Apply the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control) model. Use statistical tools to analyse performance data like cycle times and error rates. - Identifying Redundancy: Pinpoint non-value-added activities—such as manual data re-entry—that can be eliminated or automated. - Hypothesis Building: Develop "improvement hypotheses" that align with the organization's strategic goals (e.g., cost reduction or faster turnaround times).
D - Document
Solution Design & Co-Creation
- Collaborative Design: Facilitate ideation workshops using virtual whiteboards to co-create solutions with the people who perform the work daily. - Automation Blueprinting: Design integrated workflows using RPA (Robotic Process Automation) or AI-driven assistants for "boring" tasks while keeping human touchpoints for complex decisions.
R - Review
Review
- Prototyping & Pilots: Test changes on a small scale (the "Do" in PDCA) to validate effectiveness before a full-scale rollout. - Benchmarking: Benchmark existing processes against ISO standards or industry best practices to prioritize high-impact areas (e.g., trading technology or risk management).
I - Implement
Implementation and Change Management
- Structured Rollout: Execute the project in Agile sprints, allowing for rapid feedback and adjustments during the implementation. - Capability Building: Empower internal teams by providing training on new standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ISO-compliant frameworks. - Cultural Alignment: Overcome resistance to change through transparent communication and by linking process improvements to improved employee morale.
V - Verify
Measurement and Continuous Improvement
- Real-time Dashboards: Implement KPIs and tracking tools to monitor the health of the new process instantly. - Standardization: Document the final process as the "new normal" and archive project records (project charters, lessons learned) for future reference. - Kaizen Mindset: Establish a regular review cycle (e.g., quarterly audits) to ensure the process evolves as technology and market demands change.
E - Endorse
Third Party Audit leading to ISO
- Stage 1 Audit: Certification Body reviews and certifies System Documentation as compliant. - Stage 2 Audit: Certification Body performs deep dive audit and certifies that System is compliant with ISO Standard chosen.
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