xx ◾ Introduction
to drive cross-functional success. Lean product development organizations
develop managers who are rewarded based on the creation and retention
of knowledge that leads to profitability and customer satisfaction. These are
people who are constantly learning to better themselves, their cross-func-
tional team, and their organization. They are individuals who have working
knowledge and strive to get their hands dirty, ensuring that they are achiev-
ing a full understanding of their area of discipline. These individuals know
that once they stop learning, they cease to provide value. These individuals
refrain from becoming bureaucrats and hold themselves responsible and
accountable for results.
Set-Based Concurrent Engineering
Lean ...