.:PDSA Cycle

-The system (issue or activity) is defined.
-The current situation is assessed through the
collection of data.
-The data is then analyzed to look for causes
and possible solutions.
-An improvement theory and new action plan is created.
  


-Data is collected again to try out the improvement
theory and new improvement plan.

-The results of the improvement plan are studied.

-Action is taken based on the new knowledge.
Should this plan be implemented, modified, or
abandoned? Next steps are then taken to continuously
improve the system.

 


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