Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA): Description, When to Use, Procedure, Example, and Considerations

Failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) is a step-by-step approach for identifying all possible failures in a design, a manufacturing or assembly process, or a final product or service. €œFailure modes€ means the ways, or modes, in which something might fail. Failures are any errors or defects, especially ones that affect the customer, and can be potential or actual. €œEffects analysis€ refers to studying the consequences, or effects, of those failures.

This succinct mini e-book provides a perfect introduction to FMEA, as well as a comprehensive step-by-step procedure for completing one. Also included are a short example of an FMEA and things to consider before, during, and after going through the FMEA process.