Design structure matrix methods and applications

Abstract

This book derives from our passion to understand and improve the practice of developing complex systems. Over the past 20 years, we have come to appreciate the rich insights available to engineers and managers through the use of a straightforward modeling technique known as the design structure matrix (DSM). It is a highly flexible, network modeling method with extensive applications in engineering management and many other fields. New researchers in fields related to engineering management will also find this book of value to help understand the history of DSM methods and applications. Tere are many possible research directions to pursue, and we expect this compilation of examples will help stimulate novel approaches to a range of industrial situations.