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Statistical Control
Statistical process control and quality programs that reduce variation, waste and risk.
The challenge
Variation costs money
Scrap, rework, complaints and missed specifications all come from process variation that is not being measured or controlled. Statistical process control (SPC) gives your team a reliable way to see problems early and act before they reach the customer.
- Quality issues found at final inspection instead of during the process
- Data collected but not used to make decisions
- Customers asking for capability studies you cannot provide
- Measurement systems that have never been validated
- Quality reporting that is slow and manual
How we help
What an engagement includes
1
Baseline
We review your processes, data collection and measurement systems to see where variation comes from.
2
Implement
We set up control charts, capability studies and reaction plans, and train operators and supervisors to use them.
3
Sustain
We build dashboards and review routines so the program keeps working after we leave.
What you get
Deliverables
- Process and measurement system review
- SPC plan with control charts and limits
- Capability studies (Cp, Cpk) for key characteristics
- Measurement system analysis (gauge R&R)
- Training materials and quality dashboards
Typical projects
Projects we can help with
- Launching SPC on a machining or production line
- Preparing capability data for a customer audit
- Reducing scrap on a critical process
- Automating quality reporting
Is SPC only for manufacturing?
No. The same methods work for service processes, call centres, logistics and any repeatable process with measurable output.
Do we need special software?
Not always. We can start with tools you already have and recommend dedicated SPC software when it makes sense.
How long does it take to see results?
Teams usually start seeing useful signals soon after control charts are in place. Lasting gains come from consistent use.
Next step
Ready to talk?
Tell us about your situation and we will tell you honestly how we can help.
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