Lean, quality improvement & root cause · Core

Pareto analysis

Also called: 80/20 analysis

ELI5

Prioritising causes or categories by their contribution to a result.

Used in conversation

“The operating model needs to show how pareto analysis works in practice.”

Pitch context

You will see “Pareto analysis” 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.

Sources & evidence · 3

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.