Crafting Agility: How SMEs Can Master Project Management for Multidisciplinary Make-to-Order R&D Products

This study explores the impact of key factors on Project Management (PM) strategies within R&D units of SMEs. We present a case study of an SME engaged in the manufacturing of battery packs highlighting the critical need for adaptable PM methodologies to the specific characteristics of the compa...

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Published in:IEEE engineering management review 2024-11, p.1-8
Main Authors: Erdin, Muhammed, Olcay, Gokcen Arkali
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Agile-Stage-Gate
Batteries
Collaboration
Companies
Complexity theory
Hardware
Hybrid
Logic gates
Make-to-Order
Project management
Prototypes
R&D Unit
Research and development
SME
Software
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Summary:This study explores the impact of key factors on Project Management (PM) strategies within R&D units of SMEs. We present a case study of an SME engaged in the manufacturing of battery packs highlighting the critical need for adaptable PM methodologies to the specific characteristics of the company. Facing dynamic market conditions due to its growth rate, the SME sought a sustainable and flexible PM approach. The implementation of a hybrid Agile-Stage-Gate methodology demonstrates the practical integration of identified parameters, offering valuable insights for SMEs navigating R&D challenges
ISSN:0360-8581
1937-4178
DOI:10.1109/EMR.2024.3493752