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Control

Definition of Control:

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An “in statistical control” process is one that is free of assignable/special causes of variation. Such a condition is most often evidence on a control chart that displays an absence of nonrandom variation.

A technical function in nature and a continuous process by which the expected results are measured againist a predetermined criteria or standards. In the case of variances, a disciplinary action will be undertaken or improvement actions will be pursued.

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