ChecksheetProblem A B C Total 1 II II IIII 8 2 II I II 5 Month 3 I II IIII 7 Total 5 5 10 20What A simple recording form that has been designed to readily interpret results from the form itself. A well-designed form does more than simply provide a record of the data – it allows simultaneous analysis trends in the data. How Formulate good questions that relate to specific information needs of the project. Use appropriate data analysis tools (e.g., Pareto, histogram). Define comprehensive data collection points. Understand data collectors and their environment. Design data collection form (keep it simple). Train data collectors – including purpose of study Audit the collection process.
Why To present data in a way that clearly communicates the answer. To help analyze the data to determine the factual answers to the question. To generate information from data. To collect the data and facts relating to the question.