Accuracy Quote by Walter A. Shewhart
“Both pure and applied science have gradually pushed further and further the requirements for accuracy and precision. However, applied science, particularly in the mass production of interchangeable parts, is even more exacting than pure science in certain matters of accuracy and precision.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Economic Control of Quality of Production, 1931
Applied science demands higher precision in mass production than pure science in certain contexts.
In simple terms: Manufacturing requires strict accuracy.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize precision in production processes.
Themes
engineering
quality
precision
manufacturing
science
Mood
pragmatic
technical
Type
technical
educational
When to use this quote
- factory settings
- product design
- quality assurance
Key Concepts
control theory
process optimization
Questions to Reflect On
- How balance precision with cost efficiency?
- When is higher precision essential?
A Different Perspective
Precision can increase costs and complexity.
