Determine and maintain clear, concise financial goals.
COST IMPROVEMENT
PROFIT TARGETS:
Each product should have clear and concise financial goals based upon yearly expectations for that specific category, brand, or business unit.
COST ESTIMATION:
Develope the ability to quickly and reliably estimate product costs to allow for timely decision making.
IDENTITY OPPORTUNITIES:
Utilizing a team of key decision makers from each development discipline, review all products especially those that are under performing from a financial standpoint and brainstorm cost saving solutions.
IMPLEMENTATION CHANGES:
Obtain senior management approval for specific cost saving opportunities and identify the key personnel responsible for implementing the changes.
DOCUMENT:
Report on progress and increased revenue generated by the cost saving programs.