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Frequently Asked Questions

When should a full 8D process be triggered?

A full 8D is mandatory when there are safety concerns, customer-detected defects, high or increasing PPM trends, or when the root cause requires cross-departmental investigation.

What are Emergency Response Actions (ERA) in D0?

ERAs are immediate temporary actions to protect the customer, including physical quarantine of suspect stock, 100% inspection ramp-up, and notifying affected customers.

What is the '3-D, 6-D, 8-D' timeline in 8D?

The 8D timeline requires containment actions within 3 days (D3), root cause identified within 6 days (D4), and permanent corrective actions implemented within 8 days (D6).

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