APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) — Question 53

Which of the following tools would help a team of operators to prioritize probable causes of equipment failures?

Answer options

• A. Brainstorming
• B. Control chart
• C. Pareto chart
• D. Process flowchart

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The Pareto chart is effective for identifying and prioritizing the most significant causes of problems, based on the principle that a small number of causes often lead to the majority of issues. Brainstorming, control charts, and process flowcharts do not specifically focus on prioritization, making them less suitable for this particular task.