I agree with Ramabadran on automation as an alternate for inspection. Automation not only eliminates possibility of all known errors as per FMEA but in some cases, it also gives the business an accurate and timely data on instances of variations (possibly due to external/unforeseen factors). Since Manual inspection is not a foolproof mechanism, the data it may provide can mis-lead the business. Hence Poka-Yoke should be effectively used and automated inspection should not be considered as NVA. Would appreicate thoughts from all of you on this. Regards, Ashish