What is trend in SAP (QM - Quality Management)?

SAP Term: trend

• Component: QM

• Component Name: Quality Management

• Description: A climbing or falling series of values for the control variable in a control chart. The check for trends is a stability test that is covered by the Western Electric Rules.

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• Key Concepts: 
  In SAP Quality Management (QM), a trend is a graphical representation of the development of a quality characteristic over time. It is used to identify patterns and changes in the quality of a product or process. The trend can be used to identify potential problems and take corrective action before they become serious. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP QM, trends can be created for any quality characteristic that has been measured over time. To create a trend, the user must first select the quality characteristic they want to analyze. Then, they must enter the data points for each measurement taken over time. Finally, the user can generate a graphical representation of the data points to visualize the trend. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a trend in SAP QM, it is important to ensure that all data points are accurate and up-to-date. This will ensure that the trend is an accurate representation of the quality characteristic being measured. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all data points are entered in chronological order so that the trend accurately reflects changes over time. 
  
  Related Information: 
  SAP QM also offers other tools for analyzing quality characteristics, such as control charts and histograms. These tools can be used in conjunction with trends to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the quality of a product or process. Additionally, SAP QM offers tools for analyzing customer complaints and feedback, which can be used to identify potential problems and take corrective action before they become serious.