Explanation: PDCA cycle

PDCA cycle is a quality assurance instrument. This circle describes a systematic problem-solving process which is composed of the defined sequence of the following activities:

  • Plan (problem analysis / measure definition)
  • Do (action implementation)
  • Check (effectiveness check)
  • Act (standardise / or in the event of ineffectiveness of measures repeat process)
Synonyms: Deming circle



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