What is deming circle?

Deming circle (also known as Shewhart cycle or PDCA/PDSA cycle) is a continuous quality improvement model developed by American statistician W. Edwards Deming, based on the work of Walter A. Shewhart. It is a four-step iterative cycle used in business and other fields to continuously improve processes, products, and services. The four steps are:

1. Plan - Identify and define the problem or opportunity for improvement. Gather data and analyse the current situation to understand the root cause of the issue.

2. Do - Implement the proposed solution on a small scale to test its effectiveness and gather more data.

3. Check - Evaluate the results of the test and compare them to the expected outcomes. Determine whether the solution is working as intended and achieving the desired results.

4. Act - If the test is successful, standardise the solution and implement it on a larger scale. If the test is not successful, identify what went wrong and iterate through the cycle again with a revised solution.

The Deming circle is a cyclical process, meaning that it can be repeated continuously to continuously improve processes, products, and services. It is a valuable tool for businesses and other organisations looking to achieve long-term success and maintain a culture of continuous improvement.

Here is a visual representation of the Deming circle:


Benefits of Deming circle:

* Improves processes, products, and services by identifying and eliminating root causes of problems

* Promotes a culture of continuous improvement and encourages employees to actively participate in the improvement process

* Helps organisations adapt to changing market conditions and customer demands

* Enhances customer satisfaction and loyalty

* Reduces waste and inefficiency