Method to embed information collection/utilization mechanism for recurrence prevention into product design process

Abstract

As the competition among companies is intensified, the product design section is required to improve product features with shorter lead time and less cost. One of the most effective ways to reduce lead time and cost is to achieve perfect transition from design to manufacturing. An effective way to reduce trouble in transition from design to manufacturing is to prevent the recurrence of once experienced troubles. It is said that the 95 percents of troubles are experienced more than once. Traditionally, the functions of recurrence prevention have been organized and carried out by knowledge leaders. However, it is instable and inefficient because the quality of recurrent prevention is highly dependent on the quality of knowledge leader. This research proposes to embed information collection/utilization mechanism for recurrence prevention into product design process.