6.1 Work Processes
6.1a
6.1a(1,2)
Product development and process design are integrated
to ensure manufacturability of each product. The Product
Development and Innovation Process (Figure 3.2-1) utilizes
quality function deployment (QFD) to define the key product
characteristics (KPCs) and process requirements. The product
design is rigorously tested, including customer testing, during
the prototype phase.
Multilayer printed circuit boards are designed to uniform rules
that specify characteristics, such as line widths and spacing
with standard hole sizes and locations. These rules are adapted
to individual customer requirements. Design is interactive,
with customers accessing design information through a secure
CNet portal during product design. Design changes may be
the result of evolving requirements or conditions, or they may