{"product_id":"managing-the-development-of-new-products-achieving-speed-and-quality-simultaneously-through-multifunctional-teamwork-paperback-softback-9780471291831","title":"Managing the Development of New Products; Achieving Speed and Quality Simultaneously Through Multifunctional Teamwork (Paperback \/ softback) 9780471291831","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eManaging the Development of New Products\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eAchieving Speed and Quality Simultaneously Through Multifunctional Teamwork\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eMilton D. Rosenau (Author), John J. Moran (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9780471291831, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 1 September 1993\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e272 pages\u003cbr\u003e24.7 x 19.5 x 1.8 cm, 0.708 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eToday's competitive marketplace demands high quality and a fasttrack from drawing board to finished product. This guide shows howcompanies can gain a competitive edge by applying powerful projectmanagement tools to the product development process. The authorsfocus on speed to market, quality management, profitability, andmultifunctional teamwork. They provide tools for handling thetechnical concerns of project development and maintenance, as wellas people-related issues such as team motivation and the demands oftop management. Particular attention is given to saving time andstreamlining performance with the latest project managementsoftware. Chapters on everything from start-up to completion coverhow to:\u003cbr\u003e * Define the new product project aims and goals\u003cbr\u003e * Create a market-based specification for a new or modified productor service\u003cbr\u003e * Plan, develop, and schedule projects\u003cbr\u003e * Break down the work structure for a project\u003cbr\u003e * Manage people for maximum performance\u003cbr\u003e * Monitor projects effectively from start to finish\u003cbr\u003e * Make the right trade-offs when resources are limited\u003cbr\u003e * Minimize risks and set up effective contingency plans\u003cbr\u003e * Determine when changes are needed and adopt them smoothly\u003cbr\u003e A step-by-step plan is provided for all the members of the productdevelopment team, including marketing, engineering, manufacturing,and other personnel. Strategies cover how to organize the productproject team and product support team, complete with tips onassigning tasks, coordinating functions, and subcontracting.Detailed guidelines on how to be a successful project manageraddress control, communication, and conflict resolution. Alsodiscussed is how to monitor project progress, including preparingreports and conducting project reviews. Many practical examplesshow how to apply the book's techniques in real-world situations.Managing the Development of New Products is essential reading fornew product development team members at all levels, includingmarketing, engineering, and manufacturing personnel. Professors andstudents in departments of business management or engineeringmanagement will also find the book valuable.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eOVERVIEW.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Quality, Speed, and Multifunctional Teamwork.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e What Is a New Product Project?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e DEFINING THE GOALS OF A NEW PRODUCT PROJECT.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Triple Constraint.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e How to Start Successful New Product Projects.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e PLANNING A NEW PRODUCT PROJECT.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Why and How to Plan a New Product Project.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Work Breakdown Structure.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Scheduling Tools and Time and Cost Estimating.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Impact of Limited Resources.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Risk and Contingency.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e LEADING THE PEOPLE WHO WORK ON A NEW PRODUCT PROJECT.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e How to Organize a New Product Project.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Organizing the New Product Project Team.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Organizing the New Product Support Team.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Role of the New Product Project Manager.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Practical Tips for New Product Project Managers.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e MONITORING PROGRESS ON A NEW PRODUCT PROJECT.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Monitoring Tools.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e New Product Project Reviews.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Handling Project Changes.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e COMPLETING A NEW PRODUCT PROJECT.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e How to Complete a New Product Project.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Where Do You Go From Here?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Appendices.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Further Reading.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Index.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Mechanical engineering \u0026amp; materials [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Mechanical engineering \u0026amp; materials\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Mechanical%20engineering%20\u0026amp;%20materials%20%5BTG%5D%22\"\u003eTG\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52286431166744,"sku":"9780471291831","price":86.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9780471291831.jpg?v=1781551593","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/managing-the-development-of-new-products-achieving-speed-and-quality-simultaneously-through-multifunctional-teamwork-paperback-softback-9780471291831","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}