INTEGRATING SALES AND DESIGN: APPLYING CAD CONFIGURATORS IN THE PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT PROCESS. (May 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Poot, L. P.; Wehlin, C.; Tarkian, M.; Ölvander, J.
• Is Part Of: Proceedings of the Design Society: DESIGN Conference. Volume 1(2020)
• Page Start: 345
• Page End: 354
• Publication Date: 2020-05
• Subjects: computer-aided design (CAD) -- design automation -- knowledge-based engineering (KBE) -- product configuration -- mass customisation; Engineering design -- Congresses; Industrial design -- Congresses; 620.0042
• DOI: 10.1017/dsd.2020.129
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2633-7762

Abstract

Abstract: With industries striving towards increased customisation of complex products through engineer-to-order, methods are continuously sought to rationalise the product development process. To this end, a framework is proposed using CAD configurators, utilising design automation and knowledge-based engineering to integrate sales and design processes in product development. The application of this framework to the design of spiral staircases is described and analysed, with results showing decreased lead-times and a decreased risk for design errors.