Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) is a risk management tool used to identify potential problems in a process or product before they occur. It is a proactive approach to problem solving that helps organizations prevent or reduce the impact of problems. FMEA is used to identify and analyze potential failure modes and their associated causes and effects. It is a systematic approach to identifying, evaluating, and controlling potential problems in a product or process.

FMEA is used in many industries, including automotive, aerospace, medical device, and manufacturing. It is also used in software development and IT operations. In each case, FMEA is used to identify potential failure modes and their associated causes and effects.