Abstract
M. Ing.
Iteration and rework are inevitable within the concurrent nature of complex modern
day engineering projects. Effective communication and process coordination, as
well as minimisation of these iterations and rework cycles are major contributors to
the successful completion of projects. The majority of project management
techniques being used does not account for cyclic flow of information which result in
project schedules being developed without incorporating the iterative nature of
designs. However, making use of the Design Structure Matrix technique will
facilitate in illustrating and modelling the various interactions between engineering
disciplines, and when incorporated in schedule development will result in more
accurate lead time forecasts and less schedule overruns when executing projects.