by Mary McDonald | Aug 28, 2023 | Quality
Control charts are the heartbeat of Statistical Process Control (SPC), providing a graphical representation of how a process changes over time. They’re indispensable for quality control specialists and anyone looking to maintain a robust, consistent process. In...
by Mary McDonald | Aug 14, 2023 | Quality
The fishbone diagram, also known as the Ishikawa diagram or the cause-and-effect diagram, is an essential tool in the world of quality management and statistical process control (SPC). But what exactly is this diagram, and how can it be used to enhance business...
by Mary McDonald | Jul 18, 2023 | Quality
Statistical process control (SPC) and its seven basic quality tools are pivotal for businesses aiming to monitor, control, and enhance their processes. In the previous blog post, we explored the first four tools: the fishbone diagram, check sheet, control chart, and...
by Mary McDonald | Jul 4, 2023 | Quality
Statistical process control (SPC) is a critical method in quality control that employs statistical techniques to supervise and control a process. With its help, processes can operate more efficiently, producing more specification-conforming products with less waste....
by Mary McDonald | Jun 20, 2023 | Quality
In today’s competitive business landscape, optimizing operations and elevating quality is vital for organizations to thrive. To achieve these goals, leaders must address inefficiencies, improve processes, and create a culture that values quality and continuous...
by Mary McDonald | Jun 6, 2023 | Quality
It’s not uncommon for organizations to face recurring issues that hinder growth and success. One way to break this cycle is by employing effective root cause analysis (RCA). RCA is a problem-solving methodology designed to identify the underlying causes of...