This contribution to 'decision management' and 'use of formal methods' introduces the concept of the fractal specification (FraSp). Within a research co-operation between the University of Stuttgart and DaimlerChrysler, it is investigated to what extent a self-similar product specification structure can contribute to complexity control in product development. The term 'complexity control' means that one cannot merely provide respective methodical concepts but has to prove control by converting them into action. The aim of the research project is to develop simplification rules guiding to a model with a minimum number of required parameters. The resulting comprehensive product specification provides a solid base for management decisions. At this point of development, free-for-design areas are supposed to remain unfrozen in order to provide maximum space for creativity to the developer.
Complexity control by fractal specification (FraSp) - a practicable approach?
Komplexitätskontrolle durch fraktale Spezifikation (FraSp) - ein möglicher Ansatz?
2000
6 Seiten, 6 Bilder, 12 Quellen
Conference paper
English
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