Signature Homework: Statistical Process Control Methods
Process Evaluation
Evaluate your process using 1 of the following:
o Use the lean concept to find ways to eliminate waste and improve the process
o SPC or Six Sigma to reduce defects or variances in the process
Evaluation of Control Chart and Process Metrics
Complete the following in Excel:
o Calculate the defined process metrics including variation and process capability.
o Develop and display a control chart for the process.
Evaluate the control chart and process metrics using Statistical Process Control (SPC) methods. Determine whether the process could benefit from the use of Six Sigma, Lean, or other tools. (Include all calculation and charts.)
Executive Summary
Write a 700-word executive summary that includes the following:
o A summary of the Process Evaluation (using either Lean or SPC or Six Sigma)
o A summary of the Evaluation of Control Chart and Process metrics based on SPC methods
o A summary of your evaluation of whether the process would benefit from the use of Six Sigma, Lean, or other tools
o A description of the SPC project and recommendations for improvements
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.