Key activities in the Measure phase include:

1. Data Collection Plan: Develop a plan to collect data relevant to the

project goals and objectives. The plan should specify what data to collect, how
to collect it, and who is responsible for collecting it.
2. Measurement System Analysis (MSA): Evaluate the measurement
system to ensure that it is reliable and capable of providing accurate and
consistent measurements. This may include assessing factors such as accuracy,
precision, and repeatability.
3. Process Mapping: Create detailed process maps to document the
current process flow, including inputs, outputs, and key process steps. This
helps identify areas for improvement and opportunities to reduce waste.
4. Baseline Measurement: Collect data on key process metrics, such as
cycle time, defect rate, or process capability, to establish a baseline of current
performance. This data will be used to track improvements throughout the
project.
5. Data Analysis: Analyze the collected data to identify patterns, trends,
and outliers. This analysis helps to understand the current state of the process
and identify potential sources of variation.
6. Root Cause Analysis: Use data analysis techniques, such as Pareto
analysis or statistical analysis, to identify the root causes of process problems
or inefficiencies. This helps prioritize improvement efforts.
7. Process Performance Metrics: Develop metrics to quantify process
performance and track progress toward project goals. These metrics should be
aligned with the project objectives and help measure the impact of process
improvements.
8. Process Capability Analysis: Assess the capability of the current
process to meet customer requirements. This analysis helps determine if the
process is capable of producing outputs within specification limits.

By completing these activities in the Measure phase, Six Sigma projects can
establish a solid foundation of data and analysis to guide improvement efforts
in the subsequent phases of the DMAIC methodology.