ASQ Certified Manager of Quality / Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) — Question 38

Which of the following techniques is most likely to result in cycle-time reduction for a process?

Answer options

• A. Reducing the amount of data collected at each step
• B. Increasing the amount of data collected at each step
• C. Establishing reversible process flows
• D. Replacing serial sequences with parallel sequences

Correct answer: B

Explanation

Increasing the amount of data collected at each step can lead to more informed decision-making and streamlined processes, ultimately reducing cycle time. In contrast, reducing data collection may omit critical information, establishing reversible flows does not inherently speed up processes, and replacing serial with parallel sequences may not always be feasible or efficient.