SoV is an effective measure to improve quality by means
of variation reduction. Yet, it is mathematically very complex
and does not focus on process visualization. Furthermore,
quality related costs are not analyzed in detail.
In sum, the state of the art shows that there are various
methods for the visualization and analysis of processes. Yet,
none of these approaches is capable of addressing a suitable
integration of inspection processes, quality control loops and
quality-related costs within a method for the visualization and
analysis of multistage manufacturing processes.