What is 8D?  - 8D is a systematic problem solving technique.  - Ford Motor company developed this problem solving technique, it is known as Team Oriented Problem Solving (TOPS), in the 1980s.  - The purpose of the 8D methodology is to identify, solve and e…

What is OEE?  - Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) is a measure of how well a manufacturing operation is utilized (Material, Time and Facilities) compared to it's full potential, during the periods when it is scheduled to run.  - It is an important c…

What is Kaizen  - Kaizen comes from two Japanese words: Kai (improvement) and Zen (good), which translates to “continuous improvement”.  -  Kaizen is an approach to activity organization based on common sense, self-discipline, order and economy.  - Kaizen …

Lean Methodology Vs Six Sigma Methodology  - Lean manufacturing is a systematic way of eliminating waste and creating flow in the production process, while Six sigma is a set of techniques that focus on reduce the rate of defects.  - Lean manufacturing was fi…

Different Elements of MSA  - The study of this 5 elements are very important in MSA and calibration. It is combination and interaction of part, operator and instrument. Bias  - Bias means difference between measured value and true value (Actual value / Me…

Cause and Effect Diagram  - It represents the relationship between effect and its causes.  - It is an important tool in 7 QC tools and very good tool for root cause analysis.  - Dr. Kaoru Ishikawa who pioneered quality management processes in the Kawasaki sh…

Introduction to IATF 16949 - IATF 16949:2016 (replaces ISO/TS 16949:2009) is a standard that establishes the requirements for a Quality Management System (QMS), specially for the automotive sector. The ISO/TS 16949 was originally created in 1999 by IATF to har…