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International Journal of Product Lifecycle Management

International Journal of Product Lifecycle Management (IJPLM)

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International Journal of Product Lifecycle Management (3 papers in press)

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  • Engineering Change Management: comparing theory to a case study from Aerospace
    by Hamidreza Pourzarei, Oussama Ghnaya, Louis Rivest, Conrad Boton 
    Abstract: Engineering change (EC) is omnipresent in product development and, hence, in the aerospace industry. Engineering change management (ECM) is therefore needed. Various research studies have proposed different ECM processes to manage ECs. However, there may be differences between the ECM processes described in theory (scientific literature) and those used in practice (real world). This article intends to explore the similarities and differences between the ECM processes in theory and in practice. This article investigates and analyses one case study in an aerospace company. The authors analysed the ECM terminology, the flow of data and documents, activities, and functionalities of the IT tools in the aforementioned case study. The results of the case study were then compared with the ECM process from theory through ECM stages and activities. This comparison between theory and practice enhances the implementation of ECM in practice and deepens the understanding of ECM in the literature.
    Keywords: product lifecycle management; PLM; engineering change management; ECM; engineering change; EC; design change; comparison.
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  •   Free full-text access Open AccessComparing IT tools used by a sample of BIM- and PLM-supported industries for design/engineering change management
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    by Oussama Ghnaya, Hamidreza Pourzarei, Louis Rivest, Conrad Boton 
    Abstract: BIM and PLM are two holistic 3D-based approaches that support the construction and manufacturing industries, respectively. Recently, research studies have emphasised the importance of comparing these two approaches, as it can lead to cross-pollination and mutual improvement. This paper aims to evaluate the functionalities offered by the IT tools adopted by a sample of BIM- and PLM-supported industries during a design/engineering change management (D/ECM) process to identify potential opportunities for improvement. Four case studies with partners from both industries are presented. Firstly, the D/ECM processes of the industrial partners are described. Secondly, the tools used to control documents are identified and explored. Finally, the functionalities offered by these tools are compared, highlighting their main similarities and differences. Through this study, it was found that the PLM tools presented in the case studies offer some advanced functionalities, particularly related to revision management, impact analysis, and workflow management.
    Keywords: design change management; DCM; engineering change management; ECM; building information modelling; BIM; product lifecycle management; PLM; document management; tools; process; comparison.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJPLM.2024.10066709
     
  • Towards sustainable olive oil production: a systematic review of waste management strategies   Order a copy of this article
    by Mohamed Amir Keskes, Remy Houssin, Diala Dhouib, Alaeddine Zouari, Jean Renaud 
    Abstract: The production of olive oil in Mediterranean regions has a considerable negative impact on the environment due to the high production volume and short time frame. However, by applying the principles of the circular economy (CE), various waste management strategies can be identified for the olive oil supply chain. To assess the environmental impact of these waste management strategies, life cycle assessment (LCA) can be utilised. This study presents a systematic review of scientific LCA studies that examine the various wastes generated from the olive oil transformation process and different waste recovery scenarios in the agriculture, production, and packaging phases. We sourced 56 research papers from Web of Science, ScienceDirect, and Scopus, and surveyed them to identify the most commonly used valorisation scenarios and impact categories. Our results can inform decision-makers in selecting the most effective waste management strategies that can reduce environmental impacts by closing the waste loop.
    Keywords: olive supply chain; olive oil waste; life cycle assessment; LCA; literature review; environmental impacts; valorisation scenarios.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJPLM.2024.10065309
     

 

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