Integrating design for producibility into a CAE design environment

The goal of the author is to unravel some of the mystery surrounding the relationship between producibility tools and the design process. Successful integration of producibility tools begins with an understanding of unique corporate cultures. Competitive environments and corporate cultures can be documented in standard procedures. Based on standard procedures, disciplined design methodologies can be developed that meet organizational goals and permit the successful integration of automated CAE tools. The next step then, is the development of an integrated CAE tools strategy that itself meets the requirements of the design methodology and considers automated producibility tools. Producibility tools can then become a formal part of the design process. Producibility tools themselves can be developed with integration into the design process as a goal. A model for integrated producibility tool development is presented. It defines the need for significant planning and design prior to the actual construction and fanout of any producibility tool