TMI BlogDesign to LastInternal Training Module and a Supplier On boarding Checklist{Part 3 of 3}X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... Design to LastInternal Training Module and a Supplier On boarding Checklist{Part 3 of 3} X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... your internal teams and suppliers align with your sustainability and circular economy goals. 🎓 Internal Training Module: "Design to Last - Building Sustainable Products" Module Title: Design to Last - Circular Economy Design Principles for [Company Name] Target Audience: Product Design Team, R&D Engineers, QA, Procurement, After-Sales, Sustainability Team Duration: 2 hours (can be ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... adapted to 45 min capsule sessions) Session 1: Introduction to Circular Economy * Objective: Understand the need for a shift from linear to circular design. * Topics: * What is Circular Economy? * India's E-Waste Rules & Global Trends (EU Green Deal, right to Repair) * The role of electronics/electrical design in sustainability Session 2: What is "Design to Last"? * Objective ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... : Introduce core principles of durability, repairability, modularity, and recyclability. * Topics: * Case studies: Fairphone, Dell Modular Laptops, Bosch tools * Product lifecycle thinking * Internal policy summary Session 3: Engineering for Longevity * Objective: Learn to apply "Design to Last" in real product development. * Topics: * Durability: Material selection, reliability eng ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... ineering * Repairability: Tool-less design, replaceable components * Modularity: Plug-and-play parts, firmware compatibility * End-of-life recycling Session 4: Role-Based Responsibilities Function Key Responsibility Design Engineers Apply modular, durable design and reduce bonded parts Procurement Source repairable parts, validate supplier compliance QA/Testing Include lifecycle tes ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... ts, repairability tests Service/Support Create manuals, training for repair, reverse logistics Session 5: Hands-On Exercise * Breakdown and analysis of an existing company product. * Identify areas of improvement for longevity and modularity. * Team to propose redesign suggestions. Assessment & Certificate * 10-question quiz on "Design to Last" principles * Project team to submit a r ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... edesign proposal * Certificate of completion for internal recognition ✅ Supplier Onboarding Checklist: "Design to Last Compliance" Objective: Ensure that all suppliers contributing to product development or assembly adhere to the company's "Design to Last" principles and sustainability commitments. ✅ General Information * Supplier Name & Location * Product Category or Part Su ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... pplied * Key Point of Contact ✅ Policy Acknowledgement * Signed copy of "Design to Last" Supplier Compliance Agreement * NDA and Sustainability Policy reviewed ✅ Durability Requirements * Does the component meet lifecycle testing standards? (e.g., 10,000 cycles, 5-year lifespan) * Provide certifications/test results for longevity or material endurance. ✅ Repairabilit ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... y & Modularity * Is the part/tool replaceable without damaging the main product? * Is the design modular? Can it be upgraded or disconnected easily? * Does it require proprietary tools for disassembly? ✅ Recyclability & Materials * Are all materials recyclable or biodegradable? * Plastics marked with recycling codes? * No banned materials (RoHS compliant, lead-free, etc.) Ϧ ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... 9; Packaging & Logistics * Sustainable or reusable packaging used? * Reverse logistics support for returns/defects? ✅ Documentation & Support * Repair guides, drawings, and part replacement manuals provided? * Supplier training completed (where applicable)? ✅ Evaluation Summary Category Compliant? Remarks Design Compliance ☐ Yes ☐ No Material Compli ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... ance
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Lifecycle Standards
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Documentation Provided
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