Term: Control Charts

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2008-06-11

Definition:

Control Charts are a visual statistical tool in Quality Control Analysis used to distinguish between normal and abnormal variation in a quality characteristic or indicator and to detect changes in indicators over time.

References 

• Martens P, Fransoo R, The Need to Know Team, Burland E, Prior H, Burchill C, Romphf L, Chateau D, Bailly A, Ouelette C. What Works? A First Look at Evaluating Manitoba's Regional Health Programs and Policies at the Population Level. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2008. [Report] [Summary] [Additional Materials] (View)