LEANIFICATION OF THE ENGINEERING PROCESS FOR CUSTOMIZED ROAD SAFETY PRODUCTS

DS 92: Proceedings of the DESIGN 2018 15th International Design Conference

Year: 2018
Editor: Marjanović D., Štorga M., Škec S., Bojčetić N., Pavković N.
Author: Ulonska, Sören; Welo, Torgeir; Rølvåg, Terje
Series: DESIGN
Section: DESIGN SUPPORT TOOLS
Page(s): 487-498
DOI number: https://doi.org/10.21278/idc.2018.0352

Abstract

Increasing need for customization and documentation but with deficits in a systematic product configuration strategy can result in repeated problem-solving and non-value added engineering. This is especially challenging for SMEs where resources are limited. To remain competitive, they need to gather efficient ways of providing engineer-to-order products. This paper presents a case study of the implementation of a customizable product platform combined with a web-based interface in an industrial SME for road safety products as an opportunity to increase customer value and reduce waste.

Keywords: lean product development, computational design methods, documentation management, case study

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