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Deciding between sequential and parallel tasks in engineering design offers a practical framework for choosing how to structure work.
You’ll learn how to balance development time and engineering effort with real-world methods.
Using the Work Transformation Matrix and related tools, the book shows how to map information flows between design tasks, identify which tasks can run in parallel, and where iteration is needed. It also explains how to split a project into phases and assess time and effort for each division, with concrete examples from workstation design to illustrate the concepts.
- Identify which tasks can be done in parallel and which should be sequential for faster results.
- See how to use theWork Transformation Matrix and the Design Structure Matrix to map task interactions.
- Explore heuristic methods for partitioning tasks into phases to reduce time or effort.
- Review a real-world application that demonstrates the tradeoffs between time and effort in product development.
Ideal for engineers and managers looking to shorten lead times and cut development costs without sacrificing quality.
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Steven D. Eppinger is Professor of Management Science and Innovation at MIT Sloan School. He holds the General Motors Leader for Global Operations Chair and has a joint appointment in MIT's Engineering Systems Division. He is Codirector of MIT's System Design and Management Program.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a valuable approach for navigating the challenges of parallel and sequential task scheduling in the engineering design process. Traditionally, industries favored sequential design models to maintain the importance of specific design elements. However, this approach has proven inefficient, leading to increased development time, higher costs, and reduced quality. The author introduces a methodology based on the Work Transformation Matrix (WTM) model to analyze the effects of completing tasks concurrently or sequentially. By calculating the time and effort required for each task arrangement, the model assists in identifying the optimal distribution of tasks between phases. This book not only explores the theoretical underpinnings of the WTM model but also provides practical guidance for implementing the approach in real-world design scenarios. Through its exploration of task interdependencies and the impact of scheduling decisions on design outcomes, this book offers valuable insights for engineers and managers seeking to optimize their design processes. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332257232_0
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