Deming-Shewhart Cycle
Improve processes with a cycle of planning, doing, checking, and acting
The Deming-Shewhart Cycle framework is about improving processes with a cycle of planning, doing, checking, and acting. It involves using a structured approach to improve processes and drive continuous improvement.
- Use a cycle of planning, doing, checking, and acting to improve processes
- Involve all stakeholders in the process improvement effort
- Use data and feedback to inform decision-making and drive improvement
- PlanDefine the problem or opportunity for improvement and plan the approach.Pro tipUse a clear and concise definition of the problem or opportunityWarningAvoid unclear or vague definitions of the problem or opportunity
- DoImplement the plan and take action.Pro tipUse a structured approach to implementationWarningAvoid unstructured or ad-hoc implementation approaches
Using Deming-Shewhart Cycle in business
A business leader uses the Deming-Shewhart Cycle framework to improve processes and drive continuous improvement.
OutcomeThe leader is able to drive business success and improve processes
Failing to involve all stakeholders
Failing to involve all stakeholders can lead to poor buy-in and resistance to change
Failing to use data and feedback
Failing to use data and feedback can lead to poor decision-making and a lack of improvement
The concept of the Deming-Shewhart Cycle is inspired by the work of William Edwards Deming and Walter Andrew Shewhart, who developed the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle.
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