What is 'First Pass Analysis'? The phrase 'First Pass Analysis' refers to the process of having an initial look at your process output data (KPIs) in order to see what they can tell you about a process. A First Pass [...]
Here are some tips on how to get the most out of using the Minitab software package within a process improvement project. But firstly, what is Minitab? For the business improvement professional, Minitab is a tool that helps analyse process [...]
Here is a quick look at some Lean Measures that can be used to understand the 'lean performance' of a process: Process Cycle Efficiency (PCE) is the primary lean measure. It represents the amount of time that a product or [...]
What is an MSA Drilldown? Even if GR&R studies cannot be applied in their purest form, you must be confident that your data represents what it is supposed to. An 'MSA Drilldown' is a structured approach for doing that, by [...]
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What is the Rule of Tens? The Rule of Tens is a great tool for checking if the resolution of your measurement system is acceptable. It’s simple, quick, and does not require any advanced statistical knowledge. What is Resolution? [...]
What are they? SIPOC diagrams are a high level process mapping tool, that help you to understand where your process fits within your business. A SIPOC diagram does this because it helps you to think about the Suppliers, Inputs, [...]
What is DOE? Design of Experiments (DOE) is a large subject. It’s a general phrase that refers to a broad range of experimental techniques. So, when someone says that they’re going to use DOE, what they mean is that they [...]
Did you know you can easily customise your Minitab menu in order to keep all your frequently used functions in the same place? Simply go the Tools menu and select Customise. In this customise mode, you can drag and [...]
What are they? Box plots and Individual Value plots are graphs that are useful for comparing groups of data. For example, the box plot on the right shows the results of parcel weights (in kilos) recorded at a courier company. [...]
