The three strategic levers in engineering: An invitation from EPLAN

The themes will be covered in depth at a seminar hosted by EPLAN, which will be held at the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) on 23rd March from 10:00 until 14:00.

The seminar will explain the significance of engineering in industrial operations of all types, citing an illuminating German survey which reveals that, typically, 70% of the costs of a finished product are determined and at least partially controllable by the actions of the engineering and development departments.

It will then look at the factors that affect not only the efficiency of those departments but also their effectiveness in working toward optimised designs and manufacturing techniques.

Key objectives for engineering in the 21st century that will be explored during the seminar include virtualised product development; enhanced flexibility, with the use of building blocks and standardisation even for “lot size one”; engineering data that remains relevant and useful throughout the product life cycle; effective cooperation with internal and external partners; and achieving the cultural change which is essential for remaining competitive in the future.

There is no charge for attending this seminar, but places must be reserved in advance.

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