In today's competitive aerospace and defense (A&D) landscape, mid to large original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) face the critical challenge of relying on extensive supply chains to deliver high-quality products on time. With a diverse customer base spanning commercial aviation, A&D industry suppliers, propulsion, defense, air transportation, and space, the pressure to optimize performance, reduce costs, and enhance product quality has never been greater.
This 60-minute webinar will explore the imperative for change, highlighting how the traditional sequential supply chain model can no longer suffice. Given that the conservative cost of quality for A&D OEMs ranges between 6% and 9% and supply chain deliveries often run late by up to 30%, there is a significant opportunity to improve first-time quality for customers. The session will introduce “Data-Driven Quality for Operational Excellence,” a transformative 3-step strategy aimed at achieving operational excellence through data-driven quality management.
Participants will learn how to:
- Establish a collaborative quality environment to enhance inter- and intra-organizational collaboration
- Integrate model-based safety design capabilities for proactive risk mitigation
- Implement a comprehensive end-to-end quality management process to ensure seamless quality assurance from concept throughout the product lifecycle
An audience Q&A session will follow the technical presentation.
Speakers:
Paul Granada, A&D Industry Consultant, Dassault Systèmes
Paul Granada is part of the Dassault Systèmes Aerospace & Defense Strategy and Innovation Team that develops solutions to empower and enable the A&D industry with virtual twin experiences. His primary focus is on global A&D OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and the defense customers they serve. Paul joined Dassault Systèmes in 2013 and previously spent five years developing the North America consulting and system integrator alliance business for the company. Paul also supported business consulting efforts at Dassault Systèmes for five years in support of the Value-Added Resellers channel. Concurrently to his civilian career, Paul served in the U.S. Army National Guard and U.S. Air National Guard in various maintenance, repair, and overhaul assignments, retiring as an F-15 Maintenance Officer in 2017. Paul holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Massachusetts, Lowell, and an MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College.
Francisco Rivera, Sr. Quality Industry Process Expert, Dassault Systèmes
Francisco Rivera is a seasoned Quality Management Expert with more than two decades of experience. He joined Dassault Systèmes in 2021, where he applies his knowledge on quality management. With a stint on the shop floor of a leading automotive OEM, Francisco delved into the core of manufacturing excellence, understanding its nuances firsthand. Transitioning to software product management, he engaged with global clients, tailoring technology solutions to enhance manufacturing processes. In his previous role as Vice President of Global Business Development, Francisco led initiatives to explore new markets, leveraging his strategic vision and innovation to drive business expansion. His multicultural leadership approach enables him to implement technology tailored to manufacturing needs worldwide. Francisco holds an engineering degree in computer science and a master’s degree in international business administration.
Moderator:
Amanda Hosey, Editor, SAE Media Group
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