Discussion Post
• What is the purpose of statistical process control? Why is it important?
• Define and explain process capability. What are the capability indexes? Define Cp, Cpk,Cpl, and Cpu.
• What are control charts? How are control charts for variables different from those for attributes?
• What are the steps for constructing a control chart? What data is needed? How is it used?
• Select an attribute chart and describe its purpose, importance and the steps in construction.
• Select a variables chart and describe its purpose, importance and the steps in construction.
• What are the seven rules for determining if a process in in control? Define and explain their use.
The response should include a reference list. Using double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.