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  • Statistical Process Control (SPC)

    A method, technique, or procedure to analyze or monitor a process. SPC looks to achieve or maintain a state of control, improve a process capability, or remove waste. Much of SPC lies in the ability to examine a process and sources to measure output. Used mainly in manufacturing lines, SPC seeks to provide in the governmental environment “continuous product or service improvements” and leads to the reduction of wait time.

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