S2 E6: Complex System Development with Kristine Barnes

S2 E6: Complex System Development with Kristine Barnes

Author: Sera Evcimen February 6, 2024 Duration: 1:13:28

In this episode, Kristine Barnes shares her extensive experience in the world of complex systems, straddling the fields of nuclear power and automotive engineering. She hails from General Motors and an executive member of Society of Women Engineers.

At the end of the episode you will walk away with knowing:

  • how to proactively start writing requirements for your complex system,
  • how to effectively conduct a DFMEA (design failure modes effects analysis),
  • risk managing,
  • strategizing product focus and,
  • executing development for a successful complex system launch.

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Time Markers:

38:46 Podcast break

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Sera Evcimen hosts The Builder Circle™: The Hardware Startup Success Podcast, a resource created specifically for those navigating the uniquely challenging path of bringing a physical product to life. This isn't about generic business advice; it's a deep, practical conversation focused on the realities of hardware-the long development cycles, tight budgets, and complex risks that can intimidate even the most passionate founders. Each episode functions like a chapter in a vital curriculum, breaking down the concrete methods and proven processes needed to move from concept to a functioning company. You'll hear candid discussions that demystify the entire journey, offering clarity on the "unknown unknowns" that often derail promising ventures. For entrepreneurs, engineers, and builders committed to creating a successful hardware system, this podcast provides the grounded insights and strategic thinking necessary to tackle those difficulties head-on. Tune in for actionable guidance that meets the specific demands of building something real in the world of technology and entrepreneurship.
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