The Plan-Do-Check-Act Cycle

The Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) Cycle is a simple, ongoing method to improve processes and solutions. First, you plan by identifying what needs fixing and deciding on a plan to make it better. Next, you do by implementing this plan on a small scale. Then, you check by reviewing the results to see if improvements occurred. Finally, you act by deciding whether to adopt the change widely, modify it, or start the cycle again. This cycle helps organizations continuously improve by learning from each step and making adjustments as needed.