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Manufacturing Principle 5:
Process Capability
Manufacturing Principle 5: Process capability will be measured on all key
processes with a minimum process control expectation of >4 sigma, 1.33
Cpk. Use of statistical tools leads to a reliable environment with predictable
outcomes on quality, cost, and service. e ultimate objective is to achieve
theoretical levels of both capacity utilization and material usage with pro-
cess control approaching 6 sigma, 2.0 Cpk.
Let me begin this chapter with some additional clarication of this prin-
ciple since I sometimes get questions when I conduct my workshop on
the 12 Principles of Manufacturing Excellen ...