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'''Statistical process control''' ('''SPC''') isor a method'''statistical of [[quality control]]''' which('''SQC''') employsis the application of [[statistics|statistical methods]] to monitor and [[quality control|control the quality]] of a [[production (economics)|production]] process. This helps to ensure that the process operates efficiently, producing more specification-conforming products with less waste (rework or [[scrap]]). SPC can be applied to any process where the "conforming product" (product meeting specifications) output can be measured. Key tools used in SPC include [[run chart]]s, [[control chart]]s, a focus on [[Continuous Improvement Process|continuous improvement]], and [[Design of experiments|the design of experiments]]. An example of a process where SPC is applied is manufacturing lines.

SPC must be practiced in two phases: The first phase is the initial establishment of the process, and the second phase is the regular production use of the process. In the second phase, a decision of the period to be examined must be made, depending upon the change in 5M&E conditions (Man, Machine, Material, Method, Movement, Environment) and wear rate of parts used in the manufacturing process (machine parts, jigs, and fixtures).