Process control

Abstract

The term process control often refers to a new hardware or software product that promises an economic return with minimal effort. Or, the statistical tools used in process control (control charts, Pareto analyses, trend analyses, etc.) are assumed to control the process they describe. To help engineers look for creative ways to deal with tighter deadlines, deliver higher yields and meet lower cost targets while implementing new technology, organizations must be able to adjust process-control strategies on-the-fly as new conditions arise. Because manufacturing processes are constantly changing, process-control strategies should be reviewed regularly.