Kaizen events are a key component of the production method known as lean manufacturing. Keep reading to learn more about kaizen events and their importance to engineering design. What Is a Kaizen Event? Let’s begin by drawing a clear distinction between kaizen and kaizen events. The term “kaizen” is a Japanese word that can be…
Today we take a closer look at one of the most interesting and complex types of engineering design: Civil engineering design. Keep reading to learn more! What Is Civil Engineering Design? Civil engineering design is a discipline that aims to produce designs, drawings, and technical specifications for heavy civil infrastructure. The term “heavy infrastructure” includes…
If you are a young hands-on person who is also math-inclined, you may be wondering if engineering design is a good career for you. Today we give you the lowdown on the pros and cons of engineering design so you can make an informed decision. Is Engineering Design a Good Career? First things first: Let’s…
Today we take a closer look at CFD, one of the most interesting tools at the disposal of design engineers. Keep reading to learn more. What Is CFD? CFD stands for Computational Fluid Dynamics. As the name implies, CFD allows design engineers to simulate the motion of fluids using a computer. Here, the term “fluid”…
Today we take a deep dive into a second batch of essential terms to understand project management. To take a look at the first part of our list (“Activity” to “Late start/finish date”) just click here. Milestones These are progress points that signify the completion of an important phase of a project. Projects are usually…
Project management is extremely useful but also packed with terms whose meaning can be obscure to the uninitiated. From “Activity” to “Kanban,” here’s the first part of our list of essential terms to understand project management. Activity Project managers call “activity” any scheduled phase in the deployment of a project. Activities have well-defined beginning and…
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have your own project manager? While the management of big projects is better left to professionals, there are some project management tools anyone can use to streamline their workflow. All these alternatives are free, easy-to-use, and put the power of project management at your fingertips.…
A lot of people struggle to understand the difference between project management and program management. Luckily, a clear explanation is enough to dispel the confusion. Program Management vs. Program Management We have covered project management extensively in previous posts. To sum it up, a project is a series of tasks with a limited scope and…
Chances are good that you are already aware that project management is essential to the creation of all kinds of goods of products. But what is project management, exactly? Let’s take a closer look at this new and fascinating discipline. What Is Project Management? Project management can be defined as the application of tools, skills,…
Engineering design and project management go hand in hand, so it’s easy to assume that good design engineers make good project managers. While this may make sense, the truth is not as simple as it seems. Why Good Design Engineers May Make Good Project Managers Design engineers are equipped with many qualities we associate with…