In discussing what product development actually is, I like to argue that product development is the “management of uncertainty.” Unfortunately, many believe that it will only be possible to reach their goal with a detailled plan, that will only be executed. Such plans are often requested by management, so that only then a project may […]
Category: Systems Engineering
Innovation pressure + artificial deadlines + conflicting goals = poor results
How does deadline pressure affect the quality of results? I often experience project teams being formed with the goal of developing innovative new ideas and technologies at short notice. In order to give the team a sense of urgency and to get results as soon as possible, management sets relatively tight time limits. Interestingly, the […]