A method for sustainable product development based on a modular system of guiding questions
| Document type: | Journal Articles |
|---|---|
| Article type: | Original article |
| Peer reviewed: | Yes |
| Author(s): | Sophie Byggeth, Göran Broman, Karl-Henrik Robèrt |
| Title: | A method for sustainable product development based on a modular system of guiding questions |
| Translated title: | En metod för hållbar produktutveckling baserad på ett modulsystem med guidade frågor |
| Journal: | Journal of Cleaner Production |
| Year: | 2007 |
| Volume: | 15 |
| Issue: | 1 |
| Pagination: | 1-11 |
| ISSN: | 0959-6526 |
| ISI number: | 000242129700001 |
| Organization: | Blekinge Institute of Technology |
| Department: | School of Engineering - Dept. of Mechanical Engineering (Sektionen för ingenjörsvetenskap - avd. för maskinteknik) School of Engineering S- 371 79 Karlskrona +46 455 38 50 00 http://www.bth.se/ing/ |
| Authors e-mail: | sophie.byggeth@bth.se |
| Language: | English |
| Abstract: | In this paper, we present a Method for Sustainable Product Development (MSPD) with the aim of integrating social and ecological aspects of sustainability with a strategic business perspective in product development. The method applies backcasting from basic principles for sustainability, which allows a strategic approach, and it includes a modular system of guiding questions that are derived by considering these principles and the product life cycle. Initial testing in Swedish companies indicates that the suggested MSPD promotes a ‘bird’s eye’ perspective and encourage and aid development of products that support society’s transformation towards sustainability. Furthermore, it is concluded that the modular system provides flexibility and user-friendliness. |
| Subject: | Mechanical Engineering\General Sustainability\General |
| Keywords: | sustainable product development, modular system of questions, method for sustainable product development |
