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

PDCA cycle

Also called: Deming cycle

ELI5

A repeated plan-do-check-act cycle for testing and improving work.

Used in conversation

“Can we remove the ambiguity around pDCA cycle before the process changes?”

Pitch context

You will see “PDCA cycle” 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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