Video 6: DFMEA Step 6 Optimization

This lesson covers Optimization which is the critical phase where the team determines and implements actions to mitigate the high priority risks identified in the analysis. The video demonstrates how to transition from identifying problems to solving them by creating a prioritized action plan that assigns clear responsibilities and target completion dates to team members.

You will learn how to select the most effective mitigation strategies such as design modifications or enhanced testing programs to reduce the Action Priority ranking. The lesson uses the case study to show how implementing a new test protocol for the rubber tip improved the detection rating and successfully lowered the risk level from High to Medium demonstrating the value of the continuous improvement cycle.