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8-Disciplines Problem Solving
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Describe the Problem - 5W-2H
•Who, What, When, Where, Why, How, How Many
†What is the extent of the problem?
†Has the problem been increasing, decreasing or remaining constant?
†Is the process stable?
†What indicators are available to quantify the problem?
†Can you determine the severity of the problem? Can you determine the various ‘costs’ of the problem? Can you express the cost in percentages, dollars, pieces, etc.?
†Do we have the physical evidence on the problem in hand?
†Have all sources of problem indicators been identified and are they being utilized?
†Have failed parts been analyzed in detail?