University of Twente Student Theses
Implementing systems engineering in new product development at Benchmark Electronics
Groot, D.J.A. de (2023) Implementing systems engineering in new product development at Benchmark Electronics.
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| Abstract: | This thesis examines the benefits of Systems Engineering (SE) for Benchmark Electronics and proposes a SE program for Benchmark Almelo. SE is a multidisciplinary approach for designing and managing complex systems that is increasingly important in the high-tech sector. The primary research question is how SE can be effectively implemented in new product development at Benchmark. A literature review identifies the project life cycle stages and the role of SE in designing complex systems. Analysis of Benchmark's project life cycle model and existing engineering processes reveals a need for a new SE program to integrate and make existing SE elements more explicit. Interviews with project managers and a survey confirm the importance of good communication, collaboration, traceability, thorough documentation, requirements management, and SE's responsibility for ensuring quality. The research concludes with presenting a new vision for SE at Benchmark, an updated view of Benchmark’s project life cycle model, and a formalized SE. Finally, it introduces the necessary next steps for implementing the new SE program. |
| Item Type: | Essay (Master) |
| Clients: | Benchmark Electronics, Almelo, The Netherlands |
| Faculty: | ET: Engineering Technology |
| Subject: | 50 technical science in general |
| Programme: | Industrial Design Engineering MSc (66955) |
| Link to this item: | https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/94643 |
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