What are the globalization rollout issues?
Often when a product is first rolled out it is supported and sourced centrally, and geographic rollout may be limited as new products require more control. As the product matures it may be managed more locally. With increasing consolidation, both repair and 3PL providers may be able to provide global capability so that decisions are more easily centralized throughout the lifecycle. Product Growth & Maturation: Products are rarely static market shifts and technology improvements spawn minor and major changes throughout the lifecycle. Any changes to the product and service strategy impact both lifetime costs and customer satisfaction, and the appropriate analysis tools and supporting management processes must be in place to make the most effective decisions: • How do you manage engineering changes? Soon after product introduction, engineering changes are driven by customer need, cost and effectiveness requirements, as well as safety considerations. The impact of these changes on inventor
