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Create a Process FMEA : Set up a PFMEA document from the template, define process steps, and score failures using the Severity x Occurrence x Detection (RPN) methodology.

How PFMEA Fits the Risk Management Framework

diagram PFMEA operates alongside HARA and DFMEA as a complementary analysis method. While HARA and DFMEA identify risks from usage and design perspectives, PFMEA catches risks introduced during manufacturing, assembly, or maintenance processes.

PFMEA vs. DFMEA at a Glance

AspectDFMEAPFMEA
FocusDesign functionsManufacturing process steps
Top-level entityFunction (allocatedTo system element)Process Step (associates to system element)
Cause trackingFree-text causeOfFailure fieldLinked cause work items (traceable)
ScoringS x O x D = RPNS x O x D = RPN (identical)
RPN thresholdsGreen 1-10, Amber 11-30, Red >30Green 1-10, Amber 11-30, Red >30
Subsystem scopingYes (queryFactory)No (flat process view)
HARA cross-referenceriskRecord backlinksNot available

Configuration: modules/RiskTemplates/PFMEATemplate/attachments/risksheet.json | Template: modules/RiskTemplates/PFMEATemplate/module.xml