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Eight disciplines problem solving (8D) is a method or model developed at Ford Motor Company to approach and resolve problems, typically employed by quality engineers or other professionals. It follows the logic of the PDCA cycle and consists of eight stages, or 'disciplines', from preparation to prevention.
CAPA stands for corrective and preventive action, a set of improvements to eliminate causes of non-conformities or other undesirable situations. It is a concept within quality management systems, such as ISO standards and FDA regulations, and involves root cause analysis, investigation, action, review, and further action.
Ishikawa diagrams, also called fishbone diagrams, are tools for identifying potential causes of a specific effect. They are used in product design, quality management, and problem solving, and can be categorized by different models such as the 5 Ms, 8 Ps, or 4 Ss.
A3 problem solving is a lean manufacturing method that uses a single sheet of paper to guide problem solving and continuous improvement. It is based on a strict procedure and a simple format that helps workers identify and solve issues.
Learn about the seven visual exercises that can help troubleshoot quality issues, such as cause-and-effect diagram, check sheet, and histogram. The tools are based on the Japanese quality control methods and are suitable for people with little formal training in statistics.
Five whys is an iterative interrogative technique to explore the cause-and-effect relationships underlying a problem. It involves asking "why?" five times to determine the root cause of a defect or problem, and was developed by Toyota Motor Corporation.
Discover how to boost your brain power with 13 evidence-based exercises that can improve your memory, focus, concentration, and more.
Root cause analysis (RCA) is a method of problem solving used for identifying the root causes of faults or problems. It is widely used in various fields and domains, and can be decomposed into four steps: identify and describe the problem, establish a timeline, distinguish between the root cause and other factors, and establish a causal graph.