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Abstract : The annual customer satisfaction survey scored 87 points, and management was satisfied—however, during the sa…
Abstract : PFMEA identifies risks, and inspection specifications outline requirements, but nonconforming products still …
Abstract : Should incoming and process inspections be full or sampling inspections? Should AQL be set at 0.65 or 1.0? Sh…
Abstract : S&OP Sales and Operations Planning and IBP Integrated Business Planning are high level rhythms that connect d…
Abstract : The annual training schedule is packed, and the sign in sheets are complete, but the same mistakes are still …
Abstract : Addressing control chart out of control conditions only after they occur often results in an entire batch of …
Abstract : Warranty costs and customer claims are one of the most honest feedbacks on market quality , yet they are ofte…
Abstract : Insufficient production line capacity is not necessarily due to a lack of equipment, but rather due to work i…
Abstract : The second party audit customer audit of suppliers is an important means of quality management extension for …
Abstract : Inspection can prevent defects from reaching the customer, but it cannot eliminate the costs already incurred…
Abstract : VOC Voice of Customer, customer voice is not just about filling out a satisfaction survey. Truly valuable VOC…
Abstract : PFMEA Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis is a core tool in IATF 16949 and APQP, but in many companies…