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Capability Indices Can Deceive

While they are widely used to report process capability, process capability indices such as C^sub p^, C^sub pk^, P^sub p^, and P^sub pk^ are almost...
Manufacturing Engineering, 11/01/05 by Wachs, Allise; Wachs, Steven · More from publication
Do You USE SPC CORRECTLY?

Misapplication of statistical process control can damage your operations If a product fails or a process performs inadequately, we attempt to...
Manufacturing Engineering, 03/01/05 by Wachs, Allise · More from publication

Your Work Four Ways Social Networking Can Build Business

Four Ways Social Networking Can Build Business

Here’s how successful social networkers use sites like Facebook and Twitter for everything from recruiting to manufacturing.
Your Industry Believe It or Not: The U.S. Has a Glut of Oil

Believe It or Not: The U.S. Has a Glut of Oil

Winter is a time of cold weather — ahem, heating oil — and traveling to see relatives – gas for cars, truck and jet fuel for planes. But the U.S. has got a lot of stuff and the fourth quarter for U.S. refiners will likely be as tough as the last. U.S. commercial crude oil inventories increased [...]
Your Money Dumbest Things You Do With Your Money

Dumbest Things You Do With Your Money

Even smart people make financial moves that are downright illogical. Emotions and superstitions have a sneaky way of keeping you from rational financial decisions. But dumb choices can have serious, real-world consequences. Here are some of the biggest blunders we all make, plus tips from the experts on how to keep cool.