16 Questions
Which of the following is a characteristic of successful product development?
Accumulation of development capability experience of the team
What is the primary focus of competitiveness today?
Features and function of product development
What is the main outcome of product development according to the text?
Predictable outcome
What is emphasized as making companies successful in the text?
Understanding customers and competitors
What is important for creating value through product development, according to the text?
Product quality and value
In the context of competitiveness, what do successful companies create?
Products that meet or exceed customers' expectations
What are the major steps involved in the product development process?
Planning, Concept development, Architectural design, Detailed design, Testing and refinement, Production design and ramp-up
What is the best practice for assembling a product development team?
Assembling a team of people from different disciplines and skills (a cross-functional team)
What are the challenges faced in product development?
Lack of empowerment of the team, functional allegiances transcending project goals
What is the role of structured methods in the product development process?
Structured methods are used to document, study, and improve the design-related activities
What is a 'line extension' in managing existing products?
Development of a product closely related to existing products in the line
What are the benefits of integration in product development?
To involve a multidisciplinary team representing necessary disciplines and skills
Is product development an art or a science?
Product development is both an art and a science
Who should be included in an extended product development team?
'Legal, sales, finance professionals', 'Consulting firms', 'Government agencies', 'Universities', 'Environmental groups', 'Professional regulatory groups'
What are some organizational realities leading to dysfunctional product development teams?
'Lack of empowerment of the team', 'Inadequate resources', 'Functional allegiances transcending project goals'
Which professionals should be part of the core product development team?
Design professionals (ME, EE, Industrial designer), Manufacturing professionals (Manufacturing engineer, Purchasing specialist)
Test your knowledge of the key concepts from Chapter 1 of the book 'Product Design and Development' by Tariq Alwashah. This quiz covers topics like basic research, technology development, product development, and changing dimensions of competition in the field of creativity and product development.
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