Problem 1: Product idea generation initiates the process of designing a product by generating ideas from external and internal sources. What are some examples of external and internal sources that are used in this process?
Problem 2: The product life cycle for many products is getting shorter. In what ways does this trend complicate the product design process? Can you think of any advantages to shorter product life cycles for ?rms that have exemplary product design processes?
Problem 3: What is meant by design for manufacture?