JSM 2005 - Toronto

Abstract #302935

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Activity Number: 151
Type: Luncheons
Date/Time: Monday, August 8, 2005 : 12:30 PM to 1:50 PM
Sponsor: Section on Government Statistics
Abstract - #302935
Title: Measuring Processes in Statistical Agencies
Author(s): John M. Bushery*+
Companies: U.S. Census Bureau
Address: Planning Research and Evaluation Division, Washington, DC, 20233-9200, United States
Keywords: performance measures ; quality management ; project management ; process control
Abstract:

Government statistical agencies measure and analyze all aspects of our lives to help guide the government's decisions (i.e., the economy, employment, health, safety, transportation). Statistical measurement and analysis are also key components of quality management. Ironically, government statistical organizations seldom apply statistical tools to their own work processes---the type of processes that statisticians, survey methodologists, and software engineers perform. Even some of the most basic measures often are not available. For example, what is the real cost of producing a statistical report? In this talk, we will discuss measures that would help us manage and improve statistical processes and how to obtain them.

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