Set based concurrent engineering innovation roadmap

Abstract

SBCE (Set Based Concurrent Engineering) is an element of lean practice in product development (PD), and it composes theoretical principles to apply it at early phase of a design process. However, executing principles of SBCE in practice require extensive efforts. Thus, a systematic methodology is required to identify and priorities potential areas (product’s subsystems, components, features) where SBCE brings its utmost benefits. This paper proposes such a methodology called SBCE Innovation Roadmap (SBCE IR) that is used as a guideline by product designers to begin SBCE processes. A case study on Adiabatic Humidification System (AHS) is discussed to elaborate the SBCE IR methodology. Furthermore, an experimental SBCE process has been conducted on rack subsystem that shows a significant cost reduction.