The Lunch-and-Learn series are free seminars designed to advance the understanding of the product development process (PDP), highlight best practices, and offer a forum for professional networking. Topics include industry best practices, the latest tools and trends, compliance and risk management, and interactive panel discussions.
Topic |
The Impact of RoHS for OEM's Today - Panel Discussion |
Speakers: |
George Hoxsey, Director of Technical Business Development, Paramit Corporation
Mike Silverman, Managing Partner, Ops A La Carte LLC
Omar Ahmed: President, Silicon Expert |
Overview: |
It has been 18 months since the European Union mandated compliance with the Reduction of Hazardous Substances Directive. However, OEMs are still wrestling with compliance and transition challenges.
This Lunch and Learn session is presented in a Q&A format and includes industry experts from Manufacturing, Reliability, and Supply Chain Management. Attendees are encouraged to bring their RoHS questions and learn from experts how other OEMs have addressed these issues.
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Attendees: |
Design and Manufacturing Engineers, Purchasing Professionals, Quality Managers |
Location: |
National University
3031 Tisch Way, 100 Plaza East
San Jose, CA 95128-2530 |
Date: |
March 13th, 2008 |
Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
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Topic |
Considerations for Selecting Outside Product Development Services |
Speaker: |
Tom Roberts, CEO, SMP Tech
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Overview: |
Every company today is trying to reduce costs and a growing trend is the outsourcing of Product Development services. Tom shares his experiences in providing these services, what has worked well for customer engagements and what has not, and offer practical pointers for managing Outside Product Development Services to provide the highest value. Key points include:
- What is the appropriate firm to engage with?
- What to include in a Request for Proposal / Statement of Work
- The “10 Steps” of the product design process
- See examples of how projects are estimated
- See examples of tools used to keep projects on-track
- Lessons learned and pitfalls to avoid when using Outside Development Firms
Whether you are just starting out in the Outsourcing of Product Development Services or are an experienced professional contractor there is much to be gained from participating in this session. |
Attendees: |
Management and Engineers involved in the selection of Outside Industrial Design, Engineering, Software, Product Development, and Manufacturing Services. |
Location: |
National University
3031 Tisch Way, 100 Plaza East
San Jose, CA 95128-2530 |
Date: |
April 10th, 2008 |
Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
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Topic |
New Product Introduction Panel Discussion |
Speakers: |
Kevin Andersen, President, NPI Solutions
Bob Daniel, Document Control Manager, Paramit Corporation
Walt Maclay, President, Voler Engineering
Rick Merrit, Supply Chain Manager, Applied Materials |
Overview: |
All of us want to achieve success in bringing new products to market. So why try to “re-invent the wheel”? If you are interested in learning the most effective yet practical ways to develop products and reduce your time to market, then here is an opportunity to ask those who have experienced both pains and successes, and are available to share their “war stories”. Send in your questions ahead of the program and be assured that they will be addressed.
Our Panelists will be covering the following areas which are affected by PR practices:
- New Product Introduction Strategies
- Engineering Environment - Design, Verification, Validation and Compliance
- Configuration Management and Change Control
- Supply Chain Management
If you are actively involved in bringing new products to market then this will be a valuable session for you to attend. You will have the chance to learn from industry experts and network with peers. |
Attendees: |
Management and Engineers involved in the New Product Introdction Process |
Location: |
National University
3031 Tisch Way, 100 Plaza East
San Jose, CA 95128-2530 |
Date: |
May 15th, 2008 |
Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
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Topic |
Product Realization Network - Summer BBQ |
Speaker: |
N/A |
Overview: |
This is an informal BBQ that offers a chance for you to have some fun and meet the members of the Product Realization Network in an informal setting. |
Attendees: |
All interested in networking with peers, having some summer fun, and in meeting the PRN members |
Location: |
Santana Row Park
599 S. Monroe Street
San Jose, CA 95128-2530
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Date: |
July 11th, 2008 |
Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM |
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Topic |
Transitioning from NPI to Volume Production |
Speaker: |
Allen Adolph, President, ACS
George Hoxsey, Director of Technical Business Development, Paramit Corporation
George Whitehill, President of Advanced Material Solutions
Dan Orlando , President of Solution Sources
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Overview: |
Successfully transitioning products from NPI to Volume Production is critical for technology businesses that want to scale. However, many companies today encounter challenges with making this transition smoothly due to issues such as:
- Materials Availability
- Manufacturing and Parts Costs
- Resource Constraints
- Product Reliability and Test Yields
- Moving from NPI to Volume Suppliers
If you are interested to learn from “industry veterans” how to best mitigate these risks, then you will want to attend this session. Please send in your questions when you register and be assured that they will be addressed.
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Attendees: |
Anyone involved in the transition of products from NPI to Volume production |
Location: |
National University
3031 Tisch Way, 100 Plaza East
San Jose, CA 95128-2530 |
Date: |
September 11th, 2008 |
Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
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Topic |
Cost savings of Quality |
Speaker: |
TBD |
Overview: |
TBD |
Attendees: |
Management and Engineers involved in the Product Realization Process |
Location: |
National University
3031 Tisch Way, 100 Plaza East
San Jose, CA 95128-2530 |
Date: |
October 16th, 2008 |
Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
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Topic |
Using Packaging and Logistics for Competitive Advantage |
Speaker: |
TBD |
Overview: |
TBD |
Attendees: |
iManagement and Engineers involved in the packaging and shipping of products |
Location: |
National University
3031 Tisch Way, 100 Plaza East
San Jose, CA 95128-2530 |
Date: |
November 15th, 2008 |
Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
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Topic |
How IT/Systems drive Product Realization Data Integration |
Speaker: |
TBD |
Overview: |
TBD |
Attendees: |
iManagement and Engineers involved in the Product Development Process |
Location: |
National University
3031 Tisch Way, 100 Plaza East
San Jose, CA 95128-2530 |
Date: |
December 11th, 2008 |
Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
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