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Concurrent engineering (CE) or concurrent design and manufacturing is a work methodology emphasizing the parallelization of tasks (i.e. performing tasks concurrently), which is sometimes called simultaneous engineering or integrated product development (IPD) using an integrated product team approach. It refers to an approach used in product development in which functions of design engineering, manufacturing engineering, and other functions are integrated to reduce the time required to bring a new product to market.[1]
By completing the design and manufacturing stages at the same time, products are produced in less time while lowering cost. Although concurrent design and manufacturing requires extensive communication and coordination between disciplines, the benefits can increase the profit of a business and lead to a sustainable environment for product development. Concurrent design and manufacturing can lead to a competitive advantage over other businesses as the product may be produced and marketed in less time.[2] However, poorly implemented concurrent engineering can lead to issues.[3][4]
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- ^ Partner, Concurrent Engineering | PTC. "What is Concurrent Engineering?". www.concurrent-engineering.co.uk. Retrieved 2016-02-16.
- ^ Okpala, Charles Chikwendu; Dara, Jude E. (August 2017). "Benefits and Barriers to Successful Concurrent Engineering Implementation" (PDF).
- ^ Mathiasen, John Bang; Mathiasen, Rasmus Munksgard (September 23–25, 2016). "Concurrent engineering: The drawbacks of applying a one-size-fits-all approach" (PDF).