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12 General Principles
Standardisation - Specialisation

Use more standardised processes, procedures, methods and products.

Gain an advantage by utilising special processes, products or methods.
 

HINT:
  1. Replace an expensive, purpose-built system by an assortment of cheap and easily available components. Use recyclable disposable products.
  2. Make the application of additional systems and processes redundant by creating a universal system or procedure that can perform several different functions.
  3. Repetitive actions should be carried out with standard procedures but allow originality and individuality within the creative fields of activity.
  4. Related technical TRIZ Principles: 6. Universality , 27. Disposability
EXAMPLE:
  1. Apply the same methods and standards for internal and external suppliers and customers.
  2. Project managers who have experience and knowledge of all stages of product development: research and pre-development, development and design, production planning and production, assembly, sales and after-sales service.
  3. Trouble-shooting teams that have universal expertise and working experience of different technical systems, software, etc.
  4. Disposable items like paper towels and tissues, paper plates, personal hygiene products etc.
  5. Standardised reports that focus only on the essential matters.