Browse Publications Technical Papers 2002-01-0462
2002-03-04

COGENT: Implementing a Successful Vehicle Manufacturer/Supplier Co-Development Initiative 2002-01-0462

Over 100 suppliers have now taken part in an initiative built to improve joint design and development performance of tier one suppliers and one vehicle manufacturer. Significant targets were set - 30 % cost down and 30% faster design time with 40% less development budget - and achieved
An analysis of the initiative was used to determine the critical success factors. These include significant detail findings in the areas of performance measurement and alignment of development processes. Equal attention is given to understanding how co-development can be implemented and the paper will present findings related to objectivity, perception of partners and partnerships.

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