Statistical Process Control
Statistical process control (SPC) is an effective method of monitoring a process through the use of control charts. Much of its power lies in the ability to monitor both the current center of a process and the process's variation about that center. By collecting data from samples at various points within the process, variations in the process that may affect the quality of the end product or service can be detected and corrected, thus reducing waste as well as the likelihood that problems will be passed on to the customer. It has an emphasis on early detection and prevention of problems.
Multivariable Process Control is a type of Statistical Process Control where a set of variables (manipulated variables and control variables) are identified and the joint variations within this set are captured by a step test. The Dynamics captured in the model curves are used to control the plant
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