Better FMEA Results in Less Time

Abstract

Carl and Fred discussing the time it takes to do an FMEA, and how to shorten the in-meeting time, while increasing the quality of results.

Key Points

Join Carl and Fred as they discuss the unique challenges facing FMEA teams, resulting from shorter and shorter product development times.

Topics include:

• How to get to the “gem” of FMEA, without taking a long time
• What techniques can reduce time in FMEAs
• Staying on-topic in FMEA meetings
• The role of “brainstorming” – when to use it and when to not use it
• Staying focused on higher-risk areas
• Good facilitation is vital
• Prioritizing functions as part of FMEA preparation
• Begin FMEAs with the highest priority functions
• Focus on areas of change and novelty
• Use of “preliminary risk assessment” to identify which FMEAs are most important
• System FMEA can point to lower-level FMEAs that need to be done
• Stay focused on areas of concern
• Use of “Affinity Mapping” to narrow the scope

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SOR 430 Better FMEA Results in Less TimeCarl S. Carlson

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Making FMEAs effective in a fast environment