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Continuous Improvement
An ongoing approach to improving processes, performance and outcomes through structured evaluation, actions, learning and measurable improvement initiatives.
CI
Also known as:
continual improvement, continuous quality improvement
At a glance
Type
Process
Topic
Improvement
Applies to
Cross-industry
Current version
Status
Last reviewed
September 14, 2026
Definition
Continuous improvement is the ongoing effort to improve the effectiveness, efficiency or reliability of processes and outcomes. It can be driven by audits, incidents, trends, risk reviews, employee ideas, corrective actions and performance data rather than a single isolated improvement project.
Why it matters
The concept helps connect operational issues to a positive enterprise outcome and supports Icologiq’s platform story: information should not only be controlled but also used to improve performance.
A structured process for addressing causes of actual or potential problems through corrective or preventive measures and verifying that actions are effective.
CAPA
Process
· CAPA & Incidents
A systematic approach for identifying the underlying causes of a problem or event instead of addressing only its immediate symptoms.
Root Cause Analysis
Method
· CAPA & Incidents
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An ongoing approach to improving processes, performance and outcomes through structured evaluation, actions, learning and measurable improvement initiatives.
Continuous improvement is the ongoing effort to improve the effectiveness, efficiency or reliability of processes and outcomes. It can be driven by audits, incidents, trends, risk reviews, employee ideas, corrective actions and performance data rather than a single isolated improvement project.