The centreline (CL) on a Run Chart is the Median Elements of a Run Chart The centreline (CL) on a Run Chart is the Median Measure ~ X (CL) Time Four simple run rules are used to determine if special cause variation is present
Source: Swed, F. and Eisenhart, C Source: Swed, F. and Eisenhart, C. (1943) “Tables for Testing Randomness of Grouping in a Sequence of Alternatives.” Annals of Mathematical Statistics. Vol. XIV, pp. 66-87, Tables II and III.
Non-Random Rules for Run Charts A Shift: 6 or more A Trend 5 or more Too many or too few runs An astronomical data point Source: The Data Guide by L. Provost and S. Murray, Jossey-Bass Publishers, 2011.