This document outlines the 8D problem solving process used by Ford Motor Company to continuously improve quality and prevent issues from reoccurring. The 8D process involves 8 disciplines: 1) Define the problem/failure, 2) Establish an interim containment action, 3) Determine the root cause(s), 4) Choose a permanent corrective action, 5) Implement and validate the corrective action, 6) Implement actions to prevent recurrence, 7) Recognize the problem-solving team, and 8) Document lessons learned. Each discipline involves defining objectives, collecting data, verifying solutions, and ensuring the problem is fully resolved before progressing to the next step. The goal is to take a structured, cross-functional team approach