Environmental Testing
Abstract
Kirk and Fred discuss the question of using a standard series of environmental test for reliability development.
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SOR 906 Environmental Testing
QDD 131 Driving Effective Conversations-Taking the Lead in Working Meetings
Driving Effective Conversations-Taking the Lead in Working Meetings
As a product designer, you need design inputs. Many of us have communication problems with our cross-functional teams about product ideas which then morph into product development problems later.
What can happen when we are taking the lead in working meetings, to get the information we need for design?
In this episode, we unravel the importance of communication and self-advocacy in the realm of product design. In our chat, we share how to take the lead in working meetings with cross-functional teams to get design inputs. Learn the art of preparation, involvement, maintaining an open mind, and making the most of the knowledge gained.
Let’s dig into the power of active communication and how it can not only resolve issues but also enhance outcomes for all parties involved. This episode is a unique blend of design engineering, self-advocacy, and quality during the design process. Tune in, absorb, and apply these insights to your professional journey.
SOR 905 A HALT Plan Question
A HALT Plan Question
Abstract
Kirk and Fred discuss a test plan sent to Kirk and how this plan misses the point of accelerated testing.
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SOR 904 Good Reliability Requirements
Good Reliability Requirements
Abstract
Carl and Fred discuss the essence of well-written reliability requirements. They are much more than reliability numbers.
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QDD 130 Supply Chain Management during Design, with Kevin Bailey (A Chat with Cross-Functional Experts)
Supply Chain Management during Design, with Kevin Bailey (A Chat with Cross-Functional Experts)
Dianna Deeney interviews Kevin Bailey, from Design 1st, about supply chain management during design: how product design engineers and product development leadership can be affected by and affect the supply chain for their products.
This interview is part of our series, “A Chat with Cross Functional Experts”. Our focus is speaking with people that are typically part of a cross-functional team within engineering projects. We discuss their viewpoints and perspectives regarding new products, the values they bring to new product development, and how they’re involved and work with product design engineering teammates.
About Kevin
Kevin Bailey is the Founder and CEO of Design 1st, a leading product development consultancy. With a dedicated team specializing in various aspects of product development, including industrial design, user experience, mechanical, electrical, and software engineering, Design 1st is at the forefront of delivering top-quality product designs. Kevin is known for his expertise in integrating cost considerations early in the design process and helping clients navigate supply chain solutions, ensuring a seamless development journey for their projects.
Kevin and Dianna talk about:
- How to approach supply chain management from a risk point-of-view, including balancing risk and opportunity.
- Kevin’s framework for successful supply chain management: FACT. Feasible, Available, Constraints, and Test.
- Engineers’ responsibilities toward supply chain management, and Leaderships responsibilities toward enabling those activities.
- His views of the current state of supply chain management challenges.
Hear Kevin’s take on why engineers need to factor in supply chain management while designing products and how crucial it is for leadership and other teammates to lend support to engineers when liaising with suppliers. We’ll also talk about how the size of the project and the roles within it should influence the product engineer’s approach.
Don’t miss out on Kevin’s thoughts on the intersection of AI and product development and a sneak peek into his company’s upcoming project. Join us for this insightful episode, packed with actionable advice for product development leaders, designers, and engineers.
Reliability Data
Reliability Data
podcast episode with speaker Fred Schenkelberg
One role reliability engineers enjoy is that of analyzing data. We have available to us a wide range of statistical methods, yet each does require some form of data. In some cases, we are data rich with almost too much data. In other situations, we are lacking data or have insufficient data.
WQW 007: The Anti-Quality Tool: 5 Whys Root Cause Analysis
The Anti-Quality Tool: 5 Whys Root Cause Analysis
The 5 Whys Root Cause Analysis tool is very popular in continuous improvement and quality. The 5 Whys concept is very easy to understand and it’s easy to teach. However, that simplicity leads to problems that undermine the quality profession.
This episodes dives into the 5 Whys and the issues it creates. It ends with possible ways to improve the situation.
RM 129: Network Reliability – Avoiding Cyber-Security Threats
Network Reliability – Avoiding Cyber-Security Threats
We talk almost exclusively about reliability on this show. Specifically, reliability of circuit assemblies. We discuss production best practices, design for manufacturing and reliability. Failure analysis, and more. We’ve reviewed the latest tends in industry 4.0, the connectivity of machine to machine and machine to management. We discussed big data and how to make all of our newly acquired data relevant and actionable. For all this to occur, our computers must function properly. They must preform the assigned tasks and communicate large sums of data. What happens to our production line if the computers stop functioning? What would happen if our network ceases to operate?
We’ve all witnessed the airline industry grind to a halt recently due to computer failures and connectivity issues. The fact is, very few industries can function properly or even at all if the computer systems fail.
I’m not referring to quality issues within the computer or network’s internal circuit assemblies. I’m referring to malware, ransomware, and other nefarious actions brought on hackers with the intent to disrupt companies, industries, and governments, frequently with the goal of returning (or promising to return) your own data in exchange for an exorbitant payment.
Our industry, like many others is completely dependent on computers and connectivity. Without ether, most production lines will simply sit idle.
How can we avoid this terrifying scenario? How do hackers gain access to our computers and networks? How can we add reliability to our computer and network policies and procedures? To answer these and other related questions, I invited a network security expert on the show. Adrian Francoz, co-founder and CEO of Zeta Sky, a managed IT support and cyber security services company lives in the world of cyber security. He and his company protect their customer’s networks through the implementation of security best practices and constant training, both for his customers, and for his own staff. After all, as I speak, hackers and other bad actors are hard at work searching for the next scam, vulnerability, and the opportunity to score a huge payday, all at our expense.
In the Southern California area? Consider attending the inland Empire cyber security summit on Thursday, October 26 at the Chaffey College InTech Center, 9400 Cherry Ave, Bldg A Fontana, CA 92335.
Register here:
Adrian’s Contact Information:
info@zetasky.com
https://www.zetasky.com
SOR 903 Common FMEA Confusions
Common FMEA Confusions
Abstract
Carl and Fred discuss common FMEA confusions that come up from time to time. These are condensed from questions that Carl gets from “Inside FMEA” readers.
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SOR 902 Learning What You Don’t Know
Learning What You Don’t Know
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Greg and Fred discuss keeping up professionally, which is a requirement these days to continue to be marketable.
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TLC 038 Leadership Connection Interview with Peter Thomas
Leadership Connection Interview with Peter Thomas
Life Cycle Engineering’s Peter Thomas joins guest host Tara Holwegner in a discussion about dedication, major life changes and grit. A U.S. Navy veteran, Peter recalls days at the bottom of his rank, cleaning toilets and how a change in perspective from his superior switched his mindset to leading his very own rank. Tara and Peter talk what company moral really means and the importance of listening.
RiM 25: Statistics for Reliability Engineers Part II
Statistics for Reliability Engineers Part II
In this episode, I speak with Luke De Jager and hear his thoughts on the level of Statistical knowledge required to become a good Reliability Engineer. This is a very open-ended question as the logical answer to this problem seems to be, it depends. The dependencies arise from what you want to achieve as a Reliability Engineer.
Listen to this podcast, if you want to learn more about the depth of Statistics required for a Reliability Engineer.
Listen to this podcast, if you want to learn more about the depth of Statistics required for a Reliability Engineer.
If you have any questions for Luke, you can contact him on LinkedIn.
Let me know what you think of this episode. Please share your feedback with me!
QDD 129 The Strategic Gamechanger: Quality during (Product) Design
The Strategic Gamechanger: Quality during (Product) Design
Ever wished you could ace the art of product design using quality frameworks? Your wish is just about to come true!
We unravel the ADEPT framework, your magic wand for creating products that are not just satisfactory, but loved by users. We’ll also be discussing how to lead a team effectively, conduct hands-on meetings, and choose the right participants. These handy tips will enable you to develop top-notch products using cross-functional collaboration.
We’re also unveiling how quality itself can be a strategic gamechanger in product design. The ADEPT framework, applicable to any quality tool, will bring alignment, discovery, examination, prioritization, and teamwork to your concept development process.
With Quality during Design’s unique approach and with these resources at your fingertips, you’re ready to step up your product design game.
AI Decision Making: ‘Existential’ Threat or Salvation
AI Decision-Making: ‘Existential’ Threat or Salvation
podcast episode with speaker Greg Hutchins
“Trust’ in AI decision-making is one of the most important public policy challenges facing the world. Some pundits place this on the same level as climate change and pandemics.
“Trustworthy artificial intelligence (AI) can bring many benefits, such as better healthcare, safer and cleaner transport, more efficient manufacturing, and cheaper and more sustainable energy.” EU Communications [Read more…]
SOR 901 Good is Often Good Enough
Good is Often Good Enough
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Greg and Fred discuss form vs. function decision making.
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