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...

Apple Podcasts podcast player badge
Spotify podcast player badge
RSS Feed podcast player badge
Apple Podcasts podcast player iconSpotify podcast player iconRSS Feed podcast player icon

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.

Way of the Quality Warrior