Applying Failure Mode and Effects Analysis for Sustainable Quality Development in Micro, Small and Medium Auto Parts Manufacturers
Keywords:
Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)Abstract
Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) is a systematic approach utilized byindustry experts to determine possible failures in processes and products andtheir potential effects. It is chiefly a preventive approach to foreseeing and averting risks before they arise. By tackling these possible failure areas,companies are able to stimulate continuous product and processimprovement in terms of quality.
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