PER: A Process Control Methodology for Development Testing

In this paper we discuss a continuous evaluation control chart methodology that effectively assesses the data during development testing and evaluates if the management strategy and design are sufficient to support meeting the target reliability. The methodology utilizes a ´dial up´ feature where the target requirement is an input and the methodology determines key parameters and control chart limits that are necessary to meet the requirement. If the parameters fall outside the limits then a caution is raised which allows management to investigate the situation and take early corrective action if necessary.