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What is PDCA?

PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) is an iterative four-step management method used in business for the control and continuous improvement of processes and products. It is also known as the Deming cycle, Shewhart cycle, control cycle, or plan-do-study-act (PDSA). It's commonly used for problem-solving, quality improvement, and project management. Plan involves establishing objectives and processes. Do involves implementing the plan. Check involves monitoring and measuring the processes and results against the plan. Act involves taking actions to standardize or improve the process.

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What other technologies are related to PDCA?

PDCA Competitor Technologies

DMAIC

A structured approach to problem-solving. Similar to PDCA in its approach to continuous improvement, but more specific to process improvements.

mentioned alongside PDCA in 16% (1.2k) of relevant job posts

8D

A problem-solving methodology focused on identifying the root cause of a problem and implementing corrective actions, similar to PDCA.

mentioned alongside PDCA in 7% (1.6k) of relevant job posts

QRQC

A rapid problem-solving approach often used in manufacturing, providing a structured framework similar to PDCA.

mentioned alongside PDCA in 19% (476) of relevant job posts

A3

A structured problem-solving and reporting method, similar to PDCA, used to document the process and outcomes of improvement initiatives.

mentioned alongside PDCA in 13% (374) of relevant job posts

MASP

Similar to PDCA and DMAIC, it is a structured methodology with several steps for problem analysis and solution.

mentioned alongside PDCA in 30% (135) of relevant job posts

Six Sigma

A data-driven methodology for process improvement, similar to PDCA in its goal of reducing variation and improving quality.

mentioned alongside PDCA in 2% (1.4k) of relevant job posts

A3 Problem Solving

A structured problem-solving and reporting method, similar to PDCA, used to document the process and outcomes of improvement initiatives.

mentioned alongside PDCA in 31% (69) of relevant job posts

PDCA Complementary Technologies

5W2H

A structured problem-solving approach that helps to comprehensively define the problem, similar to PDCA's Define phase.

mentioned alongside PDCA in 56% (392) of relevant job posts

Ishikawa

Also known as a fishbone diagram, it helps identify potential causes of problems, supporting the 'Analyze' stage of PDCA.

mentioned alongside PDCA in 17% (684) of relevant job posts

5S

A methodology to organize, clean, develop, and sustain a productive work environment, supporting the 'Do' and 'Check' phases of PDCA by ensuring smooth execution and consistent results.

mentioned alongside PDCA in 7% (1.5k) of relevant job posts