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Special Cause Signal Isn’t Proof A Special Cause Exists

Special Cause Signal Isn’t Proof A Special Cause Exists by John Hunter

The control chart is a good way to keep us focused on common cause thinking for improvement. It is also very useful in flagging when it is time to immediately start using special cause thinking (since timing is key to effective special cause thinking)...

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