What is 'internal dispersion' in SAP QM - Quality Management?

internal dispersion - Overview

• Component: QM

• Component Name: Quality Management

• Description: The single value scatterings from several samples, based on the mean values of each sample.

internal dispersion - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Internal dispersion is a Quality Management (QM) component in SAP that measures the spread of values within a sample. It is used to determine the homogeneity of a sample and is calculated by dividing the standard deviation by the mean. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Internal dispersion can be used to measure the quality of a product or process. It can be used to compare different samples and identify any outliers or inconsistencies. It can also be used to identify trends in data and make predictions about future performance. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using internal dispersion, it is important to ensure that the sample size is large enough to provide an accurate representation of the population. Additionally, it is important to consider other factors such as environmental conditions and production methods when interpreting results. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Internal dispersion is closely related to other Quality Management components such as process capability and process control. It can also be used in conjunction with other statistical methods such as regression analysis and hypothesis testing.