Fishbone diagram

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A problem-solving tool using a graphical arrangement of various process elements to analyze sources of variation or failure cause. Also known as a cause and effect diagram or Ishikawa diagram.

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cause and effect diagram, Ishikawa diagram

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Ishikawa diagram
A problem-solving tool using a graphical arrangement of various process elements to analyze sources of variation or failure cause. Also known as a fishbone diagram or cause and effect diagram.

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