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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Measuring is knowing \u2013 a well-known saying that also applies in production environments. However, measuring without a plan can result in gaining less knowledge than you intended. This is why the measurement plan was developed. In this blog, you will read how a measurement plan can help and how best to create one. But let\u2019s start at the beginning: What is a measurement plan?<\/span><\/p>\n

What is a measurement plan?<\/span><\/h2>\n

In various types of projects and processes, gathering information is central. Think of improvement projects, process analyses, and onboarding programs. Collecting data is extremely important in these cases, but properly documenting and analyzing this data is even more crucial. Only in this way will you gain the desired insights. A measurement plan provides a systematic approach that prescribes how measurements should be carried out. This results in a method where a high degree of accuracy, consistency, and reliability can be guaranteed. It prevents errors and incompleteness in data collection.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why create a measurement plan?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Mapping out relevant process information starts with measuring and measuring starts with creating a measurement plan. Without a measurement plan, much relevant information gets lost because it is not measured and\/or documented. This impacts the conclusions that are drawn and, subsequently, the improvement plans that are implemented. The purpose of creating a measurement plan is often to build a complete database that can be used to work toward efficient improvement strategies. For example, a measurement plan is frequently used during the Measure phase of a Value Stream Map<\/a><\/strong>, in order to substantiate it with accurate data. Setting up a measurement plan is therefore not only good for consistency, transparency, and efficiency \u2013 it also helps in making well-founded decisions. These advantages are especially useful in research, quality controls, and production processes. Among other things, it makes it easier to gain insights into processing times, waiting times, lead times, and yield.<\/span><\/p>\n

What should a measurement plan include?<\/span><\/h2>\n

A measurement plan describes how and why the measurements are carried out. A good measurement plan example or template should therefore contain the following aspects:<\/span><\/p>\n