Paul Arrendell Releases Free "Fix-It Flow " Self-Audit for Everyday Process Problems

Veteran quality leader Paul Arrendell of San Antonio shares a 15-minute tool to help individuals spot and fix broken systems-at work and at home.

SAN ANTONIO, TX / ACCESS Newswire / January 28, 2026 /Internationally recognized quality and engineering executive Paul Arrendell has released a free resource aimed at helping everyday professionals, team leads, and even individuals at home fix broken systems before they spiral. The "Fix-It Flow: Self-Audit for Everyday Systems " is a simple, 15-minute checklist designed to catch and correct process breakdowns before they become bigger problems.

Arrendell-whose 30+ year career includes global leadership roles at Abbott Diagnostics, KCI Medical, and Becton Dickinson-created the tool based on one key insight:

"If the system only works because one person knows a shortcut, it 's not a system. It 's a liability. "

The Real Cost of Broken Systems

Even outside highly regulated industries, weak processes cause everyday stress and wasted time. According to industry data:

31% of employees say unclear processes are the #1 reason for missed deadlines.

49% of people report repeating the same mistake due to lack of system clarity.

The average worker wastes 4.5 hours per week looking for information they need to complete a task.

Small process failures cost businesses $5,000-$25,000/year per employee in rework and inefficiency.

But these problems aren 't limited to work. From managing home repairs to organising a family calendar, unclear or inconsistent steps cause frustration everywhere.

"You don 't have to run a factory to need a good system, " says Arrendell. "If your morning routine, grocery planning, or inbox feels chaotic, this tool is for you. "

What 's Included in the Fix-It Flow Self-Audit?

The Fix-It Flow is a 1-page guided self-audit. It walks you through:

Where breakdowns happen

What steps people skip (and why)

Who owns each part of the process

How to create a quick win with what you already have

It includes examples and prompts based on Paul 's real-world experience improving quality systems in high-pressure environments.

"We once reduced product release delays by 30% just by adding colour-coded steps to a form, " he shares. "That wasn 't expensive-it was just smart design. "

Use This in 15 Minutes

The tool is designed to be fast. You can use it in under 15 minutes for:

Cleaning up a team process that always runs late

Fixing a messy handoff between departments

Reviewing how your family tracks bills or tasks

Troubleshooting that one thing that never goes right

All you need is a pen and paper-or the PDF, if you 're on a screen.

Common Mistakes People Make (and How This Helps)

Assuming the problem is the person
Paul says: "People don 't fail. Systems let them fail. "

Jumping straight to new tools or apps
"Don 't automate something broken. Fix it first. "

Trying to make it perfect
"Done is better than ideal. You can always improve it later. "

Keeping everything in your head
"If it 's not written down, it 's not a process. "

How to Use the Resource Today

Pick one process-at work or at home-that feels messy, unclear, or frustrating.

Work through the checklist alone or with your team.

Circle one step you can improve right now.

Try the change for 7 days, then review the results.

"The goal isn 't to make things perfect, " Paul reminds us. "It 's to make them better, fast. "

To read the full interview, visit the website here.

About Paul Arrendell

Paul Arrendell is a globally respected engineering and quality systems leader based in San Antonio, Texas. He has spent over 30 years helping teams across the medical device and manufacturing industries design systems that scale, adapt, and last. He has been featured in Fortune Magazine, named one of San Antonio 's Top 25 Healthcare Technology Leaders, and honoured as Top Chief Quality Officer of the Year. He is a longtime advocate for systems thinking, mentorship, and simplicity.

Contact:

Info@paularrendellhealthcare.com

SOURCE: Paul Arrendell

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