Continuous Improvement Process (CIP)

K+S put its trust in the standard solution target Idea Management. The use of the software has gradually been extended throughout the company. At first, the focus was on data storage in the back-end system, and the use of SAP Business Warehouse software for reporting in the front end. In one enhancement, the entire workflow, from idea submission to idea completion, was mapped for all roles and Web-based. Later, an externally provided premium shop was integrated in which employees could redeem their idea points for cash or prize rewards (in the meantime, the shop is also being used by occupational health and safety). To support the transfer of ideas in the system, an IT-based idea copier was introduced that included a streamlined transparent workflow. In 2014, the CIP organization itself was integrated, with additional options such as action plans, incomplete ideas, topic workshops, and the like. The Morton Salt subsidiary in the United States and Canada has also implemented the system and the company plans to roll it out in other international locations.