Analyze Phase

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Analyze Phase

In the analyze phase, the root causes of process variations are identified and, if possible, measured and quantified. Many tools, such as fishbone diagrams, root cause analysis tools, and statistical testing methods, can be used to gather detailed and specific information about any process.