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Lean, quality improvement & root cause · Core

Fishbone diagram

Also called: Ishikawa diagram, cause-and-effect diagram

ELI5

A cause-and-effect diagram grouping possible causes of a problem.

Used in conversation

“Attach the latest fishbone diagram to the decision pack before the meeting.”

Pitch context

You will see “Fishbone diagram” in operating plans, procurement packs, supplier reviews and supply-chain reports when the discussion reaches lean, quality improvement & root cause.

Why it matters: In lean, quality improvement & root cause, the definition can change ownership, capacity, process, cost or safety decisions.

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