4.1 Identification and Deployment of Special Characteristics and Key Features
Activity Purpose:
Determine all Special Characteristics and Key Features related to the product.
Determine the relationship between these characteristics and features and the manufacturing processes.
Conduct a comprehensive activity to ensure that all of these characteristics and features are incorporated into the manufacturing process and are controlled.
Notes:
Special Characteristics are identified by Kasai UK.
Key Features are identified by both the supplier and Kasai UK. These are features that have a significant effect upon fit, function, performance, reliability, appearance and serviceability.
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Activity CONTENT
- Identify all Special Characteristics and Key Features related to the product using experience, knowledge of the product, its intended use, and input from Kasai UK.
- Use appropriate tools (e.g. Quality Functions Deployment (QFD)) to determine suitable methods to ensure the control of the identified characteristics & features.
