Why MSA is useful in production?

MSA – Measurement System Analysis has the main purpose of ensuring that the instruments, the measurement processes and the decision evaluation system are capable of producing reliable results. It is the methodology to evaluate the measurement system's ability to provide precise and accurate data.

MSA is fundamental in industries where quality control is critical, it helps to reduce sources of error, so the data collected after measurements are "trusted" to be used for improving processes.

Application of MSA in production is essential, having a significant impact through:

- identifying and eliminating different sources of variations in measurements, errors that may appear due to the instrument, operators or the variability of parts

- the measurement system that works correctly ensures a more accurate control over the production processes, deviations from the standard and customer specifications are detected, isolated and corrected, preventing the production of non-compliant products or even their delivery to the customer

- MSA ensures that after the measurements the data are correct, thus reducing the risk of making wrong decisions and intervening in the process when it is not necessary, or not improving the process when it would actually be necessary, resulting in quality and possibly efficiency problems

- by improving measurements and minimizing variation, it contributes to the reduction of scrap and rework, these activities being costly for companies

- in conclusion, correctly measured and evaluated products will permanently provide information to improve processes and product quality, thus increasing customer satisfaction.

According to standards and regulations, compliance with product quality requirements is mandatory, and MSA helps to ensure and maintain certifications, which increases the competitiveness of organizations.