The most successful and impactful Continuous Improvement Programs do the following:

• Obtain commitment throughout the organization: Staff at all levels must be supportive of the same Continuous Improvement goals
• Ensure everyone is involved: Staff at all levels need to be involved in the Continuous Improvement Process.
• Maintain strong communications: Keep all relevant stakeholders aware of Continuous Improvement progress until each COA is completed.
• Routinely revisit Continuous Improvement activities: Establish a regular routine to evaluate Continuous Improvement methods and make modifications to make future Continuous Improvement activities more effective.
• Remain patient: A culture of Continuous Improvement will take time to build and will require consistent commitment to the Continuous Improvement Process.