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8-Disciplines Problem Solving
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Construct / Review Process Flow
Consider All Variation Sources
Is The Problem Eliminated?
Define and Verify Root Cause(s)
Determine Critical Differences Between
Problem/Non-Problem Areas
(Critical Analysis)
Develop A Cause & Effects Diagram
To Identify All Potential Causes
Establish An Analysis Time Line
List Potential Causes
Analyze Potential Causes
For Most Likely Root Cause
Determine What Data Would Identify
The Potential Cause As A Root Cause
Collect The Appropriate Data / Information
Analyze Data
Does The Data Identify The
Potential Cause As A Root Cause?
Identify Alternate Solutions
Implement The Solution(s)
On A Prototype Basis
Is The Problem Level Reduced?