Oct. 31, 2022

The Anti-Quality Tool: 5 Whys Root Cause Analysis

The Anti-Quality Tool: 5 Whys Root Cause Analysis

The 5 Whys Root Cause Analysis tool is very popular in continuous improvement and quality. The 5 Whys concept is very easy to understand and it's easy to teach. However, that simplicity leads to problems that undermine the quality profession. This...

The 5 Whys Root Cause Analysis tool is very popular in continuous improvement and quality. The 5 Whys concept is very easy to understand and it's easy to teach. However, that simplicity leads to problems that undermine the quality profession.

This episodes dives into the 5 Whys and the issues it creates. It ends with possible ways to improve the situation.

Way of the Quality Warrior podcast is hosted by Keith Fong, a Six Sigma Master Black Belt, Shainin Red X Master, and Robust Engineering Coach who has over 20 years as a continuous improvement practitioner, trainer, and coach.

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