be the result of new technology that results in products of
higher value with lower cost for Collin. After approval of the
prototype, the Operations group completes a failure mode and
effects analysis (FMEA) to further refine KPCs and process
requirements in the first step of the Process Design and Management
Process (Figure 6.1-1). When process modifications
are required, the in-process laboratory ensures that the changes
do not affect the capability of the process.
Each process or series of processes are designed to meet work
system requirements and achieve product and/or process key
characteristics in an effective and efficient manner. Inputs to
the blue loop of the process design PDCA are shown in Figure
6.1-1. Inputs may also include new technology being introduced
or a change in the process outcome to improve agility.
The gold process management PDCA addresses improvement
in cycle time, productivity, cost control, and other effectiveness
and efficiency factors in the process analysis questions
(Figure 6.1-3).