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| Criterion |  Operations Failure Mode and Effects Analysis |  Operations DMAIC |
|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | For a process, product, or service with noticeable failure risks, the method assesses possible failure modes in advance. It directs attention to combinations of occurrence, effect, and detectability. | For a process problem with fluctuating performance, the method brings analysis and improvement into a disciplined sequence. It creates a framework in which numbers, causes, and control come together. |
Complexitysame | High | High |
Timedifferent | 2-6 h | 2-12 Wochen |
Participantssame | 3-10 | 3-10 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | FMEA Table, Risk Priority, Mitigation Actions | Project Charter, Measurement Plan, Cause Analysis, Control Plan |
Tags1 shared | RiskQualityOperationsRoot cause | Continuous improvementQualityProcess improvement |
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