Methods and Techniques in the PLM Environment

This chapter addresses the special working methods, or techniques, that are used in PLM. They range from methods used by one or two technical specialists, to broadbrush management approaches applicable to everyone in the company. These techniques are intended to improve performance. They’re often seen as a Best Practice at a particular moment in time. About fifty methods are described. Examples include Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), Design for Sustainability (DfS), Early Manufacturing Involvement (EMI), Lean Techniques, Quality Function Deployment (QFD), Taguchi Techniques, TRIZ, Value Analysis and Value Engineering. Common characteristics and issues of methods in the PLM environment are described.