Business Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Lean, quality improvement & root cause · Working

Common-cause variation

Also called: common variation

ELI5

Natural variation arising from the process system itself.

Used in conversation

“Show where common-cause variation happens in the operating model and who receives the handoff.”

Pitch context

You will see “Common-cause variation” in operating plans, procurement packs, supplier reviews and supply-chain reports when the discussion reaches lean, quality improvement & root cause.

Why it matters: In lean, quality improvement & root cause, the definition can change ownership, capacity, process, cost or safety decisions.

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