They happen every day on the shop floor.
A machine stops.
Quality drops.
Dispatch gets delayed.
Manpower is short.
If we do not see these problems on time, small issues become big losses.
This is where PQCDM helps.
PQCDM stands for Productivity, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Morale.
It is a daily shop-floor management system that helps teams track performance, identify problems early, and take fast action.
Why PQCDM Is Important
Many factories have data, reports, and meetings.
But still, problems repeat.
PQCDM brings focus to daily reality, not only numbers on paper.
It follows one simple principle:
See the problem → Act fast → Follow up daily
When this habit is built, control improves automatically.
Productivity: Are We Producing as Planned?
Productivity checks whether actual output matches the plan.
Daily focus is on:
Plan vs actual output
Cycle time
Line balance
Downtime
OEE
If output is low, the question is not “Who failed?”
The question is “What blocked the process today?”
This thinking improves use of man, machine, and material.
Quality: Are We Producing Right the First Time?
Quality is not inspection at the end.
It is control during production.
PQCDM quality review includes:
Defects
Rework
First pass yield
Customer complaints
Internal non-conformitie
Daily visibility helps teams stop defects early instead of sorting later.
Cost: Are We Controlling Losses?
Cost problems are often hidden.
PQCDM brings cost loss in front of the team:
Scrap cost
Rework cost
Overtime
Consumables
Cost variance
When losses are visible daily, waste reduces naturally.
Delivery: Are We Meeting Customer Commitment?
Customers do not accept excuses.
They expect on-time delivery.
Delivery review includes:
Schedule adherence
Dispatch status
Backlog
OTIF percentage
Delay count
Daily tracking helps teams plan better and avoid last-minute firefighting.
Morale: Are Our People Safe and Motivated?
Morale is often ignored, but it affects everything.
PQCDM morale review covers:
Attendance
Safety incidents
Skill level
Training gaps
Engagement
Safe and motivated people create stable processes.
How PQCDM Improves Daily Work
PQCDM is not about blaming.
It is about visibility and ownership.
When problems are seen daily:
Actions become faster
Responsibilities become clear
Follow-up becomes strong
Repetition reduces
Small daily actions give big long-term improvement.
Final Thoughts
PQCDM is not a board on the wall.
It is a daily habit.
See honestly.
Act quickly.
Follow up daily.
That is how strong shop floors are built.
