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Paper given by RTN at the Embedded Systems Show 14/15 May 2003

"How Test Strategy impacts on the Accelerated Product Development process for R&D organisations and links to Business objectives and Strategy?"

Synopsis of theme:
Often the R&D personnel within an overall Accelerated Product Development (APD) process can become clouded with “project myopia”. The product output of the APD process needs to be validated by Test against the stated requirements and regulatory standards before delivery to customers. The importance and impact of Test strategy and its link to overall Business strategy and objectives will be examined in terms of cost, time and quality. Especially interesting is the use of test not only as a validation or verification tool, but also as a design tool to assist the APD process. Techniques such as simulation open and closed loop testing are examined complemented with the use of specific test tools. Meeting and exceeding customer expectation is a key factor for success in tough times for telecoms suppliers. There are many phases from component, unit, stress, design integration, system, type approval, production and investigation testing in the product test life cycle from its product introduction, through enhancement and finally, end of life. Selection of the right Test strategy can not only improve the APD process but have a considerable impact on meeting business objectives. Real life examples from the telecoms industry are used to illustrate this aspect of business life even for R&D engineers in the development of complex electronic systems.

Download full presentation here.

Conference information: http://www.eda-expos.co.uk/ess/conference.htm

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