QMS
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The 5W2H methodology is a structured and effective way to clearly define and analyse a problem by addressing seven key questions: What, Where, When, Who, Why, How, and How Much. By answering each of these systematically, we ensure a holistic understanding of the issue, which is essential for effective problem-solving. Let’s walk through each element
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In case of a quality problem from the customer or internal, one of the most challenging steps is “finding the dirty batch,” which is in the early stages of 8D Problem Solving studies. Before going into the point, let’s identify the dirty batch. It is a specific group of products within a production batch that
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You work in production, in method, or in logistic, maybe in quality ? You don’t know the processes well yet. What would you do at first if someone notified a quality problem that needs to be led by you ? Whether you know the details of relevant process or not, you can still lead a
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FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis) was invented by the U.S. Military in the late 1940s to evaluate potential risks in production. Later, NASA used it to assess risks before long space journeys. Today? It is widely used, especially in manufacturing industries, particularly in the automotive sector. What is it? FMEA is a proactive tool
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The 5W2H method is a widely used framework in problem-solving, quality management, and business analysis. By asking What, Where, When, Why, Who, How, and How Much, we systematically define a problem. However, there is one particular question in that which often leads to confusion: This question is “Why?” Understanding the “Why” in 5W2H At first
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IATF 16949:2016, the Automotive Quality Management System (QMS) standard, consists of 10 main clauses, each with multiple sub-clauses. While the standard provides detailed requirements on what needs to be done, it does not prescribe how to do it, leaving the implementation up to organizations. So, how should we structure this system within the organizations? What
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