Question 1 of 30
Mr. Rodriguez, a seasoned operations manager, is leading a Six Sigma project aimed at reducing defects in the manufacturing process of a pharmaceutical company. During the Analyze phase, he notices that there are discrepancies in the data collected from different departments regarding defect rates. What should Mr. Rodriguez do to ensure accurate analysis and effective decision-making?
Consolidate the data without verifying its accuracy to expedite the analysis process.
Proceed with the available data, assuming minor variations won't significantly impact the project outcome.
Initiate a root cause analysis to identify the reasons for the data discrepancies and rectify them.
Discard the data from departments showing inconsistencies and focus solely on the most reliable sources.