This week’s tip continues discussing the Analysis phase of FRACAS. As mentioned in last week’s tip, there are a number of Problem Resolution/Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) processes and tools that are available. Figure 1 below illustrates a typical process that...

This week’s tip continues discussing the Analysis phase of FRACAS. There are a number of Problem Resolution/Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) processes and tools that are available. So many, in fact, that a variety of books and guides have been written on both the...

The Analysis part of FRACAS can at times be the most difficult, challenging and even fun (yes, fun!) phase of the overall FRACAS process. This phase is focused on determining the cause(s) of the failure. Let’s start with a couple of definitions of two different types...

Last week I provided an introduction to Failure Reporting, and its importance. This week, I'll go a bit deeper. I've always stressed two things when talking about Failure Reporting: Report the failure! I know, it sounds silly. But if you aren’t doing any type of...

Last week I introduced Failure Reporting, Analysis and Corrective Action System, otherwise known as FRACAS. This week, I'll talk about the "FR" ... Failure Reporting. Let's start by defining what a failure is. There are many, but I prefer this one: A failure is a...

We've been busy helping clients save money, and yes, it involves an acronym. Not another acronym! Failure Reporting, Analysis and Corrective Action System … sounds complex, right? FRACAS can be as simple or as complex as you make it. But let’s start with a simple...