Assessment of rework probabilities for simulating product development processes using the Design Structure Matrix (DSM)

Ali A. Yassine, Daniel E. Whitney, Tony Zambito

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    Abstract

    This paper uses the Design Structure Matrix (DSM) to model and simulate the performance of development processes. Though the simulation is a powerful tool for analyzing process performance, its ability is limited by the quality of input information used in the analysis. DSM simulation requires process data that is hard to assess or estimate directly from development participants. In this paper, we propose a methodology that allows a more practical estimation of an important simulation parameter: rework probabilities. Furthermore, we show how does this assessment method (combined with simulation) allow managers to evaluate process improvement plans based on two resulting process measures: reliability and robustness. The method is illustrated with a real application from the automotive industry.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages105-113
    Number of pages9
    StatePublished - 2001
    Event13th International Conference on Design Theory and Methodology - Pittsburgh, PA, United States
    Duration: 9 Sep 200112 Sep 2001

    Conference

    Conference13th International Conference on Design Theory and Methodology
    Country/TerritoryUnited States
    CityPittsburgh, PA
    Period9/09/0112/09/01

    Keywords

    • Design Structure Matrix
    • Process re-engineering
    • Product development
    • Simulation

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