PDCA cycle

The PDCA cycle is a four-step management methodology widely used in both business and production processes. It is also an essential component of lean manufacturing.

Steps of PDCA

• Plan – Set goals, analyze the current situation, and design improvements based on identified causes.

• Do – Implement the improvements and track the process.

• Check – Assess results and compare them to the original goals.

• Act – Take action based on outcomes:

  1. If results meet expectations, the cycle ends and the new approach becomes standard.

  2. If results fall short, the PDCA cycle repeats to resolve issues.