Cloud-based 8D problem solving software

8D Done Right — From Root Cause to Prevention

The complete 8D process — from containment to corrective action — in one collaborative workspace. No spreadsheets. No email chains. Just structured problem-solving.

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All Open 8Ds
Number ▼Discipline Status ▼Plant ▼Last D
📄 003-EN-18
SKE8D
📄 012-AM-18
DEA8D
📄 012-EN-18
SKE8D
📄 017-AM-18
CNA8D
📄 025-AM-18
DEA8D
📄 030-HC-18
TRH8D
📄 032-AM-18
CNA8D
📄 042-HC-18
TRH8D
📄 055-EN-17
CNA8D
📄 055-EN-18
CNA8D
📄 061-HC-17
SKE8D
📄 778-AU-18
TRH8D
My Open 8Ds
Number ▼Discipline Status ▼PlantLast Disciplin
📄 025-AM-18
DEA8D
📄 032-AM-18
CNA8D
Open by Business Area
Automotive41.7%
Energy33.3%
Health Care25%
Open by Discipline
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Sound familiar?

Still managing quality with spreadsheets and email chains?

Most manufacturing teams still rely on outdated tools. Here is what changes when you move to a purpose-built platform.

The old way
  • Reports buried in emails & shared drives
  • No ownership — tasks fall through the cracks
  • Customers chase you for status updates
  • Copy-pasting into Word & Excel templates
  • Repeat failures — no lessons learned
With 8D Report
  • Everything in one cloud workspace
  • Clear assignments, deadlines, notifications
  • Real-time visibility for everyone involved
  • One-click professional PDF export
  • Structured 8D process prevents recurrence
Platform Features

Everything your team needs to solve problems together

A focused platform for the 8D methodology — from team formation and root cause analysis to corrective actions and customer reporting.

Collaboration

Bring your whole team — including suppliers & customers

Invite colleagues, suppliers, and customers into the same 8D report. Discuss root causes, share files, and assign responsibility — all in one place, no more emailing back and forth.

8D Report — 025-AM-18
In Progress

Team Members

JD

J. Doe

Team Leader

SK

S. Kovač

Quality Engineer

AR

A. Reiter

Supplier (External)

LM

L. Müller

Process Engineer

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Discussion

JD

D4: Root cause confirmed — locating pin wear on Press Line 2. @A. Reiter can you verify supplier side?

2 hours ago

AR
Supplier_Pin_Inspection.pdf

Confirmed. Pin wear measured at 0.3mm. Attached inspection report.

45 min ago

Structured 8D Process

Every discipline tracked — nothing gets missed

Each 8D report walks the team through D1 to D8. Discipline status is visible at a glance — who completed what, what's in progress, and what's next. The process enforces rigor without adding overhead.

8D Document — 025-AM-18Color mismatch · Automotive

Discipline Progress

6 of 8 completed
D1Team Formation

5 members assigned

D2Problem Description

5W2H + Is/Is Not completed

D3Containment Actions

100% inspection in place

D4Root Cause Analysis

Locating pin wear — verified

D5Corrective Actions

Pin replacement + PM schedule

D6Validation

Cpk 0.85 → 1.67

D7Preventive Actions

FMEA update in progress

CURRENT
D8Team Recognition
Task Management

Assign tasks, set deadlines, get notified

Create tasks within any discipline and assign them to team members — including external collaborators. Due dates, status tracking, and email notifications keep the 8D moving forward.

Tasks — D4 Root Cause Analysis3 of 5 done
Collect defective samples from Line 2Jan 15
Run Ishikawa analysis (6M categories)Jan 17
Measure locating pin wear on die #4521Jan 18
5-Why analysis — verify pin wear as root causeJan 22
Confirm escape point — SPC sampling gapJan 24
Team members notified by email when tasks are assigned or overdue
Reporting & Export

Customer-ready 8D reports — one click

Export professional PDF reports that include all disciplines, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and attached evidence. Ready to send to your customer, OEM, or auditor.

Export & Reporting

8D-025-AM-18_Report.pdf

12 pages · All 8 disciplines · Generated just now

Export complete — ready to send

Professional format · Includes root cause, actions & evidence

6.2 days
Avg. resolution
96%
On-time rate
12
Open reports

File Management

Upload photos, test data, and documents directly into the 8D report. Version history included.

Dashboard & Analytics

See all open 8Ds, resolution times, status by discipline, and team performance at a glance.

External Collaborators

Suppliers and customers get scoped access to specific reports — they see only what you share.

Searchable Archive

Every closed 8D is archived and searchable. When a similar problem appears, find the original instantly.

How it works

Up and running in minutes

Four simple steps to structured, collaborative problem solving.

Step 01

Sign Up

Create your free account in under 2 minutes. No credit card needed, no IT department involved.

Step 02

Create a Report

Start a new 8D report. Define the problem, set up your team, begin the structured process.

Step 03

Collaborate

Work through all 8 disciplines as a team. Assign tasks, share files, set deadlines, track progress.

Step 04

Resolve & Report

Close the issue and export a professional, customer-ready 8D report as PDF — in one click.

Simple, transparent pricing

Start free for 21 days. No credit card required.

Starter

For small teams getting started with structured 8D problem-solving

$10

per user / month · billed monthly

  • 5 open 8D documents
  • 2 published templates
  • PDF export
  • Email support
  • 21-day free trial
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Team

For growing quality departments that need full collaboration and visibility

$25

per user / month · billed monthly

  • 50 open 8D documents
  • 10 published templates
  • 2 plants
  • Access to other accounts
  • 8DConnect — ERP, CRM & MES integration
  • 21-day free trial
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Enterprise

For enterprise-wide rollout with unlimited capacity and dedicated support

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  • Unlimited open 8D documents
  • Unlimited published templates
  • Unlimited plants
  • Access to and from other accounts
  • 8DConnect — ERP, CRM & MES integration
  • 21-day free trial
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FAQ

Questions? Answers.

What is the 8D methodology?

The 8D (Eight Disciplines) methodology is a structured problem-solving approach originally developed by Ford Motor Company. It guides teams through eight steps: forming a team, describing the problem, interim containment actions, root cause analysis, corrective actions, verification, preventive actions, and team recognition. The output is a comprehensive 8D report.

Do I need to install any software?

No. 8D Report is fully cloud-based and works in any modern browser — Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari. There's nothing to install, update, or maintain. Just sign up and start using it.

Can I invite people outside my organization?

Absolutely. You can invite suppliers, customers, and external consultants to collaborate on specific 8D reports. They'll have access only to the reports you share with them, ensuring your data stays secure while enabling seamless cross-organization collaboration.

Is my data secure?

Yes. Your data is hosted on Microsoft Azure with enterprise-grade security. All data is encrypted at rest and in transit. We are fully GDPR-compliant and follow industry best practices for data protection and privacy.

What happens after the free trial?

After your 21-day free trial, choose a plan that fits your team. If you decide not to continue, your account is simply paused — no data is lost. You can reactivate anytime by selecting a plan.

Can I export reports?

Yes. Export professional, customer-ready 8D reports as PDF with one click. The exported reports include all data, actions, root cause analyses, and evidence — formatted and ready to send to your customers.

Stop letting quality issues damage your customer relationships

Join manufacturing teams using 8D Report to collaborate on problems, track every discipline, and deliver professional results.