Preliminary and Critical Design Review Procedures and Effectiveness

Abstract

This investigation examined the preparedness of Preliminary Design Review (PDR) and Critical Design Review (CDR) participants. Background and opinion data were gathered from junior and senior program managers and development engineers in order to assess their perception of PDR and CDR purposes, effectiveness/efficiencies, training and guidance. The analysis was accomplished by sending a survey instrument to a sampling of program managers, and development engineers throughout the Air Force population within the borders of the U.S.A. The respondents tended to be in agreement with the PDR/CDR purposes stated in Mil Std 1521B. The analysis revealed that most PDR/CDRs are not as effective as these could be. The primary reason is the lack of knowledge on what should be accomplished by the participants. Most respondents claimed self teaching as the method of learning their preparation for PDR/CDRs. Over 86. 2 percent of all respondents felt initial training would be useful and the majority indicated 6 to 12 months of acquisition.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1987
Accession Number
ADA187991

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  • Rodney Bennett

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  • Air Force Institute of Technology

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