Concurrent engineering is one of the most important techniques for engineering design teams. Concurrent Engineering Software from TeamSET provides an integrated New Product Introduction toolkit for use by concurrent engineering teams. The toolkit consists of:
These are all tools that contribute towards efficient New Product Introduction ( NPI ) and Lean Manufacture.
DFA is a simple, structured analysis technique which gives design teams the information they need to reduce product costs by simplifying product structure and optimising manufacturing processes
Typical benefits
DFA used as part of an integrated approach encourages the design of products that can be produced at minimum cost and maximum quality and reliability. It gives the best results when used by multi-disciplined New Product Introduction ( NPI ) teams.
QFD is a detailed planning technique used to translate the 'voice of the customer' into company specifications at each major stage of the Product Introduction Process.
Some of the benefits of QFD are:-
FMEA is another key tool. It is a simple, structured analysis technique which gives design teams the information they need to improve product quality and reduce cost by:
Failure Modes and Effects Analysis is standard practice in the automotive industry. Its use is increasing rapidly in a wide range of other industries to produce more reliable products with less wasted cost.
It is important that all the tools are applied as a team exercise, with input and involvement from all the major stakeholders. This ensures that all aspects of the product design are considered from different points of view.