PDCA CYCLE
A four-step problem-solving iterative technique used to improve business processes. The four steps are plan-do-check-act. The PDCA Cycle can be used to effect both major performance breakthroughs as well as small incremental improvements in projects and processes. Also known as the Deming wheel or Shewhart cycle.
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