Product Lifecycle Management (Volume 3): The Executive Summary

Description

This third volume provides an executive overview of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), and details the roles that executives play in PLM initiatives. This book also explains why PLM emerged, why it is so important, the principles of PLM strategy, and the typical steps in a PLM initiative. Throughout the book, the author presents examples and cases studies, demonstrating the various roles of executives in PLM initiatives. The coverage is informed by John Stark’s experience of working with companies on more than 100 PLM initiatives. The present book broadens the reader’s understanding of PLM, nurturing the skills needed to implement PLM successfully and to achieve world-class product performance across the product lifecycle. The book provides the executive reader with a thorough explanation of PLM, and the required knowledge to lead or participate in a PLM Initiative. Front Matter ....Pages i-viii Introduction to the Executive Summary (John Stark)....Pages 1-3 My Experience with PLM (John Stark)....Pages 5-11 What’s PLM? What’s a PLM Initiative? (John Stark)....Pages 13-22 Seven Parameters of the PLM Paradigm (John Stark)....Pages 23-29 The Benefits of PLM, Another Why PLM? (John Stark)....Pages 31-36 Twelve Principles of PLM Strategy (John Stark)....Pages 37-45 Steps in a PLM Initiative (John Stark)....Pages 47-65 Executive Roles in PLM Initiatives (John Stark)....Pages 67-88 Back Matter ....Pages 89-137