scholarly journals Improved Model for Generating Incremental Product Innovation Schemes

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Lisha Geng ◽  
Jinge Xing ◽  
Xiaofei Shi ◽  
Liran Zu ◽  
Meiqun Chai
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Product Innovation ◽  
Quality Function Deployment ◽  
Evaluation Process ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Generation Process ◽  
House Of Quality ◽  
Cone Model ◽  
Improved Model

To realize incremental product innovation, the key problems of existing products need to be identified and solved with feasible innovation schemes. This study examines the generation process of innovation schemes by integrating Quality Function Deployment (QFD) and the Theory of Inventive Problem Solving (TRIZ). This study has the following advantages: first, this study proposes new rules for distinguishing physical conflicts with technical conflicts and the method for calculating conflict importance after building House of Quality (HoQ) in QFD. Second, an improved integrated model of QFD and TRIZ is constructed, which generates innovation schemes by solving not only the conflicts between technical characteristics but also the problems of product parts. Third, the uncertainty and subjectivity of the data provided by decision-makers in the evaluation process of innovation schemes are processed by interval grey numbers. Moreover, a cone model is built to make the evaluation results more reliable. Last, a case study of water purifiers is conducted to illustrate the validity of the generation process of incremental product innovation schemes.

scholarly journals PRODUCT INNOVATION TOOL ADOPTION BEHAVIOUR IN TECHNOLOGY-BASED NEW VENTURES

2012 ◽  
Vol 16 (03) ◽  
pp. 1240001 ◽  
Author(s):  
GERRIT A. DE WAAL ◽  
PAUL KNOTT
Keyword(s):  
Resource Management ◽  
Problem Solving ◽  
Product Innovation ◽  
New Ventures ◽  
New Venture ◽  
Experienced Team ◽  
Established Firm ◽  
Over Time ◽  
Exclusive Focus

Despite the attention it gives to innovation tools, the product innovation literature does not address the behavioural motivation behind practitioners' adoption of particular tools, or relate this to new venture development. This paper focuses on technology-based new ventures executing their first projects and presents insights into how their innovation tool adoption evolves over time. The paper synthesises case study findings into a hierarchy of tool adoption states encapsulating how new venture teams started with an exclusive focus on effectiveness, and over time progressively attended to problem solving, efficiency, and finally resource management. They often progressed to the next state only in response to costly mistakes and delays, whereas the experienced team in our comparison well-established firm operated within all four states from project initiation. Knowledge of this hierarchy of tool adoption states could help new venture teams to optimise the time they invest in product innovation tools.

An integrated TRIZ approach for technological process and product innovation

2015 ◽  
Vol 231 (6) ◽  
pp. 1062-1077 ◽  
Author(s):  
Miao Li ◽  
Xinguo Ming ◽  
Maokuan Zheng ◽  
Lina He ◽  
Zhitao Xu
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Technological Process ◽  
Manufacturing Process ◽  
Product Innovation ◽  
Interaction Matrix ◽  
Function Model ◽  
Manufacturing Defects ◽  
Root Cause ◽  
Innovative Solution

Process trimming (also can be called as trimming for process) helps to trim and eliminate process operations by redistributing their functions among other operations. It offers one way to eliminate key disadvantages in product and manufacturing process that other methods do not see. However, few methods have been disclosed in a structured way for process trimming effectively. Therefore, this article proposes an integrated process focused on technological process and product innovation to solve the key problems with process trimming-based TRIZ (theory of inventive problem-solving) approach. This method helps to identify and inventively solve the key problems and maximize use resource of system and supersystem. First, process trimming candidates are identified based on component function model, component trimming rules, process function model analysis, component–process interaction matrix, and root cause analysis. Then, three types of process trimming strategies are presented. Algorithm of process trimming is developed to identify key problems in technological process. TRIZ problem-solving tools are used to solve these key problems. Finally, a case study of refrigerator door foam innovative design and manufacturing process is investigated to test the efficiency of the approach. The innovative solution significantly decreases manufacturing defects and service cost.

scholarly journals Assembly Based Methods to Support Product Innovation in Design for Additive Manufacturing: An Exploratory Case Study

2015 ◽  
Vol 137 (12) ◽  
Author(s):  
Floriane Laverne ◽  
Frédéric Segonds ◽  
Nabil Anwer ◽  
Marc Le Coq
Keyword(s):  
Additive Manufacturing ◽  
Product Innovation ◽  
Idea Generation ◽  
Generation Process ◽  
Design For Additive Manufacturing ◽  
Design Features ◽  
Systemic Level ◽  
Product Manufacturing

Additive manufacturing (AM) is emerging as an important manufacturing process and a key technology for enabling innovative product development. Design for additive manufacturing (DFAM) is nowadays a major challenge to exploit properly the potential of AM in product innovation and product manufacturing. However, in recent years, several DFAM methods have been developed with various design purposes. In this paper, we first present a state-of-the-art overview of the existing DFAM methods, then we introduce a classification of DFAM methods based on intermediate representations (IRs) and product's systemic level, and we make a comparison focused on the prospects for product innovation. Furthermore, we present an assembly based DFAM method using AM knowledge during the idea generation process in order to develop innovative architectures. A case study demonstrates the relevance of such approach. The main contribution of this paper is an early DFAM method consisting of four stages as follows: choice and development of (1) concepts, (2) working principles, (3) working structures, and (4) synthesis and conversion of the data in design features. This method will help designers to improve their design features, by taking into account the constraints of AM in the early stages.

scholarly journals Pre-service Mathematics and Physical Education Teachers' Perceptions of using Play-based Teaching Strategy across the Foundation Phase

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 185-198
Author(s):  
Blanche Ntombizodwa Ndlovu ◽  
Dumsani Wilfred Mncube
Keyword(s):  
Preservice Teachers ◽  
Problem Solving ◽  
Qualitative Case Study ◽  
Teaching Strategy ◽  
Hybrid Approach ◽  
Generation Process ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Wide Range

This qualitative case study explores early childhood pre-service educators' perceptions of using play-based teaching strategy across the Foundation Phase. A play-based approach promotes a special mode of thinking, sense of possibility, ownership, control, and competence in maths and PE learners. That is why scholars believe that hybrid pedagogical content knowledge that integrates play-based learning sustains learner attention throughout the lesson and promotes problem-solving skills. Therefore, the main objective of this study is to propose alternative pathways that promote the implementation of a hybrid pedagogical teaching strategy in the Foundation Phase. This study draws from a qualitative case study conducted at one of the universities in KwaZulu-Natal to explore the perception of pre-service teachers about using a play-based teaching strategy in pre-Grade R and Grade R classes. Five preservice teachers who teach both mathematics and PE were purposively and conveniently sampled to generate data using narratives and semi-structured interviews to describe their perceptions and experiences. Zoom group meetings and WhatsApp one-on-one semi-structured interviews were used during the data generation process. The findings reveal that pre-service mathematics and PE teachers perceive play-based pedagogies as necessary to provide a wide range of opportunities for learners to learn to count, visualising groups, and problem-solving skills. They underscore the importance of drawing from a hybrid approach that draws strength from play-based learning to complement formal learning.

Evaluating the Learning Effectiveness of Collaborative Problem Solving in Computer-Mediated Settings

2009 ◽  
pp. 151-167
Author(s):  
Ourania Petropoulou ◽  
Georgia Lazakidou ◽  
Symeon Retalis ◽  
Charalambos Vrasidas
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Learning Environments ◽  
Evaluation Process ◽  
Collaborative Problem Solving ◽  
Learning Effectiveness ◽  
Computer Supported Collaborative Learning ◽  
Collaborative Problem ◽  
Problem Solving Environments ◽  
Computer Mediated

here is a growing need for systematic evaluations of computer-supported collaborative learning environments. The present chapter focuses on the evaluation of the learning effectiveness of the interactions that take place in computer-supported problem solving environments. This chapter emphasizes the need for supporting evaluators of such environments with holistic evaluation conceptual frameworks and tools that can facilitate the analysis of data gathered during the evaluation process. We discuss in detail such a holistic framework which has been tested through a primary education case-study.

scholarly journals A Study on Importance of Quality Function Deployment in Hospital Sector

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 048-050
Author(s):  
Krishna das M ◽  
Vinoth Kumar M ◽  
Pramod VR
Keyword(s):  
Quality Function Deployment ◽  
Health Care Industry ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Clear Understanding ◽  
House Of Quality ◽  
Quality Function ◽  
Care Industry ◽  
The People ◽  
Implementation Approach

To sustain a healthy society, hospitals play a vital role and are considered a significant player in maintaining the happiness of the people in every nation. In this paper, an attempt has been made to highlight the importance of Quality Function Deployment (QFD) in the health care industry. QFD is a technique adopted and implemented in various industries. The primary purpose is to translate customer voice into technical language. The components of the House of Quality matrix are briefed, which can be easily understood and follow. The practicality of each component has to be studied. The implementation approach is suggested, and the outcome can be visualized as continuous improvement in customer satisfaction. The decision-makers get a clear awareness about their strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT). A clear understanding of the technical correlations help the top-level managers to implement QFD in a smooth manner

Soft Skills among Students: A Case Study of UiTM Cawangan Kelantan

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Muhammad Faizal Samat ◽  
Norazlan Annual ◽  
Raznee Atisya Md Rashidi
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Unemployment Rate ◽  
Significant Influence ◽  
Education System ◽  
Communication Skill ◽  
Soft Skills ◽  
Team Building ◽  
Leadership Skill ◽  
Quality In Education

This article contributes to ongoing debates about soft skills among students. In 2017, the unemployment rate in Malaysia was at 3.42 percent as compared to 2.85 percent in 2014. Education system must aim towards employability and ensure quality in education to reduce the percentage of unemployment. Thus, this study aims to investigate the development of soft skills among students through co-curriculum activities in UiTM Cawangan Kelantan. The sample were 113 students from UiTM Cawangan Kelantan. Questionnaires adapted from previous research to measure the communication skill, problem solving skill, team building skill, leadership skill and soft development of soft skills among students through co-curriculum activities. SEM-PLS 3.0 were employed in this study. The findings revealed only team building skill has significant influence on developments of soft skills among students through co-curriculum activities. However, the study indicates that communication skill, problem solving skill and leadership skill are not significant towards development of soft skills among students through cocurriculum activities.

EVALUASI PROGRAM/PROYEK PENGEMBANGAN KAWASAN EKONOMI KHUSUS SEI MANGKE DALAM RANGKA PELAKSANAAN KEBIJAKAN MP3EI 2011-2025 DI KORIDOR EKONOMI SUMATERA

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Firrean Firrean
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Evaluation Process ◽  
Spatial Arrangement ◽  
Policy Program ◽  
Evaluative Research ◽  
Policy Optimization ◽  
Economic Zones ◽  
North Sumatra

Special Economic Zones (SEZ) is a region with certain limits within the jurisdiction of Indonesia which is set to perform economic functions and obtain certain facilities. One SEZ developed in North Sumatra Province and included in the National Strategic Area (KSN) Medan - Binjai - Deli Serdang - Karo is SEZ Sei Mangke. SEZ Sei Mangke is defined in PP 29 of 2012 on 27 February 2012 and is the first KEK in Indonesia which was inaugurated its operation by President Joko Widodo on January 27, 2015. KSN Mebidangro itself is an area of priority spatial arrangement because it has a very important influence nationally against state sovereignty, defense and state security, economic, social, cultural, and / or environment, including areas designated as world heritage. This research is an evaluative research intended to find out the end of a policy program in order to determine recommendation of last policy by using CIPO model which includes four stages: (1) context, (2) input, (3) process, and (4) output. The research method used is case study by applying qualitative research that aims to make an accurate interpretation of the characteristics of the object under study. Findings on the evaluation context indicate that the program is generally running well, but some aspects of synergy and policy optimization as well as financing support from central and local government need to be improved. In the input evaluation, and evaluation process some aspects need to be improved because the findings show the weakness of some aspects is the result of lack of synergy and optimization of policy and support from local government. Interesting from the evaluation of ouput is that with some weaknesses in the input and process components, it turns out the evaluation findings ouput show Seek Mangke SEZ development can still run well. The recommendation of this research is to improve the quality of policy synergy / program of SEZ Seek development by improving several aspects that are categorized in each stage of evaluation

Systems thinking, a consilience of values and logic

2005 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 259-274
Author(s):  
Sameer Kumar ◽  
Thomas Ressler ◽  
Mark Ahrens
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Problem Solving ◽  
Systems Thinking ◽  
Qualitative Reasoning ◽  
Colleges And Universities ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Modern World ◽  
Problem Solving Process ◽  
Problem Solvers

This article is an appeal to incorporate qualitative reasoning into quantitative topics and courses, especially those devoted to decision-making offered in colleges and universities. Students, many of whom join professional workforce, must become more systems thinkers and decision-makers than merely problem-solvers. This will entail discussion of systems thinking, not just reaching “the answer”. Managers will need to formally and forcefully discuss objectives and values at each stage of the problem-solving process – at the start, during the problem-solving stage, and at the interpretation of the results stage – in order to move from problem solving to decision-making. The authors suggest some methods for doing this, and provide examples of why doing so is so important for decision-makers in the modern world.

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