A strategic approach to integrated product design for small – to medium‐sized companies

Abstract

Examines the research of integrated product design. Several design strategies and methodologies have been proposed, yet none of them is particularly suitable for small‐to medium‐sized enterprises. Develops strategies of integrated product design for small‐ to medium‐sized companies through the studies of the Hong Kong toy manufacturing industry. These include strategies for the product design, the assembly system design and computer‐aided tools. Uses a case study to illustrate some of the concepts of the integrated product design. Finally, discusses the application and limitations of the proposed integrated product design methodology.

Citation

Wu, P.S., Hon Yuen, T. and Fuliang, Z. (1995), "A strategic approach to integrated product design for small – to medium‐sized companies", Integrated Manufacturing Systems, Vol. 6 No. 5, pp. 39-44. https://doi.org/10.1108/09576069510093460