1
Q
What is DFA?
A
- Design of product and processes for cost effective and reliable
manufacturing. - Structured way of working with design, production, quality and cost
optimization at the same time. - A methodology that encourage product development in teams, in
order to maximize producibility.
2
Q
Why DFA?
A
- Lower cost of material
- Fewer parts to design
- Less sub-contractors
- Less purchase
- Easier logistics
- Lower inventory and WIP
- Less error possibilities
- Higher quality
- Fewer tools
- Simpler and cheaper production
system - More flexible assembly and
higher
degree of mechanization - Faster ramp-up
- Shorter assembly time
