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Expanded Fraction Defective Chart using Cornish-Fisher Terms with Adjusted Control Limits to Improve In-control Performance
Mohammad Saber Fallah Nezhad, Samrad Jafarian-Namin, Alireza Faraz,
Volume 30, Issue 4 (12-2019)
Abstract

The number of nonconforming items in a sample is monitored using the fraction defective known as the np-chart. The performance of the np-chart in Phase II depends on the accuracy of the estimated parameter in Phase I. Although taking large sample sizes ensures the accuracy of the estimated parameter, it can be impractical for attributes in some cases. Recently, the traditional c-chart and the np-chart with some adjustments have been studied to guarantee the in-control performance. Due to technology progresses, researchers have faced high-quality processes with a very low rate of nonconformity, for which traditional control charts are inadequate. To ameliorate such inaccuracy, this study develops a new method for designing the np-chart, such that the in-control performance is guaranteed with a pre-defined probability. The proposed method uses Cornish-Fisher expansions and the bootstrap method to guarantee the desired conditional in-control average run length. Through a simulation study, this study shows that the proposed adjustments improve the np-charts’ in-control performance.


Risk Evaluation in Corn Supply Chain with FMEA Approach: Challenges and Opportunities for Supply Efficiency
Muh Syarif, Ismie Roha Mohamed Jais, Iffan Maflahah, Ihsannudin Ihsannudin,
Volume 36, Issue 1 (3-2025)
Abstract
The research focuses on improving the performance of the corn supply chain in Madura Island, Indonesia. The purpose of the study is to identify, evaluate, and prioritize risks that have the potential to disrupt the smooth operation of the corn supply chain. The research method uses Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify risk levels and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) approach for mitigation strategies. Risk level assessment is based on severity, probability, and detectability at the level of farmers, middlemen, processing industries, and distributors. Based on the analysis, it shows that the risks are a priority in handling and prevention as well as proposals that can be made to improve the root cause of the occurrence of risks with the highest category based on the RPN value at the farmer level are the occurrence of pest and disease attacks (648), the middleman level is when the amount of corn is abundant (336), the processing industry level is the price of corn is unpredictable (252), and the level of distributors is a limitation in product promotion (324). To improve the efficiency and quality of the corn supply chain, namely increasing storage capacity, using more efficient processing technology, flexible production planning, and more innovative marketing strategies. The managerial implications of corn-supply chain risk assessment are the need to improve product quality, corn supply stability, price management, and strengthen partnerships and mutual benefits between all parties in the supply chain. Every element of the supply chain needs to encourage the adoption of modern technologies in maize cultivation, processing, and distribution to increase productivity and reduce risks associated with manual processes. It is necessary to establish mitigation strategies to address environmental risks, including the implementation of sustainable agricultural practices and early warning systems.

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