Objectives

• Evaluate the process map

• Perform detailed analysis of the process map to identify the input variables affecting the response

• Determine possible causes of problems and sources of errors

• Conduct design of experiments (DOE) analysis to identify and confirm the key input variables

• Identify interaction effects using DOE,

• Conduct multi-vari study

• Conduct response surface analysis for key input variables and their optimum operating conditions

• Align the identified key input variables with the project metrics

• Apply other improvement tools (kaizen, cycle time reduction, value stream mapping, process re-engineering) for incremental and breakthrough improvement, Identify key input variables to control for desired response