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Eliminating Gap between Components – Visualization

Challenges & Selection:

I have utilized visualization for eliminating the gap between components in existing design of machine.  Gap between the component created perception in mind of customer that either the part is missing or  this gap weakens the design structure. With structure being in current production over years and no  problems identified, utilization of straw man diagram seemed more feasible. Considering the aspects with  no problem identified with current design, straw man diagram helped to put forth the need of change,  possible solutions, scope, possible challenges ahead, cost and more.

Application:

Intent was to have solution to problem through cost effective way without change to existing part  functionality. I started creating the straw man diagram through problem statement, current design,  possible solutions, challenges, cost, scope of changes.

Within group of people working on same components, presented this diagram and had discussion on pro’s  and con’s of possible solution. Defined the scope of changes and selected the best possible solution and  cost.

Insights & Approach:

With approach of straw man diagram, this enabled to provide insight of possible solutions and also  understand the change impact and identify scope as well. This provided direction and alignment with  management.

Disclaimer : I have provided the above example in general terms without including part component  names, part location or any of images for references due to concerns of confidentiality. Request you to  understand confidentiality concerns of not sharing while reviewing.

