The PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) Cycle:
A structured approach for problem-solving and continuous improvement.
It involves:
- Planning a change (Plan) – starts with planning a change or improvement
- Implementing it (Do) – executing that change
- Evaluating the results (Check) – evaluating the results, identifying what worked and what didn’t.
- Actions based on the evaluation (Act) – Based on this evaluation, adjustments and refinements are made, setting the stage for the next cycle of improvements.
This method enables iterative improvements by continuously revisiting and refining processes.