DFMEA – Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis Training
Most failures occurring in products and parts originate at the design stage. Delivered as part of Grupas' Industry-Specific Programs, the DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) training enables the systematic identification, prioritization and mitigation of potential failure modes that may arise during the design phase. The program covers the 5 core stages — planning, structure analysis, function analysis, failure analysis and risk analysis — through hands-on tools such as the boundary diagram, parameter matrix, process flow diagram, interaction matrix and RPN (Severity × Occurrence × Detection) calculation. Supported by theoretical knowledge, sample case studies (an automotive brake disc DFMEA application) and group work, the training concludes with a practical workshop.
Benefits of the Training for Your Company
- Detection of design-related failures before they reach the customer and mass production; reduction of warranty, scrap and redesign costs
- Prioritization of risks by scoring them with RPN and focusing resources on the most critical failure modes
- The ability to achieve a significant reduction in risk levels through the right actions, as in the sample case (e.g. 50%–70% improvement)
- Increased product reliability, functionality and customer satisfaction
- Meeting standards compliance requirements and standardizing FMEA forms
- Cross-functional teamwork and a clear distribution of responsibilities through the definition of core and support teams
- A culture of continuous improvement through verification and follow-up of the actions taken and short-, medium- and long-term effectiveness analysis
Who Should Attend?
Senior and middle-level managers, manager candidates, engineers and technical staff.
The training is planned as 2 days in a classroom setting; for the sake of effectiveness, attendance is limited to a maximum of 15 people and offers the opportunity for one-on-one attention to each participant. Certification is included.
