Subject category:
Production and Operations Management
Published by:
Harvard Business Publishing
Version: 17 April 1997
Revision date: 11-May-2017
Length: 14 pages
Data source: Published sources
Notes: To maximise their effectiveness, colour items should be printed in colour.
Abstract
The case describes the development process used by Team New Zealand to design their two yachts for the 1995 America's Cup. During development, the team makes extensive use of simulation and physical prototyping to improve the initial design concept. As they approach construction, they must decide whether to build both boats at the same time and, if so, whether to vary their designs. The decision hinges on evaluating the benefits of different experimentation strategies.
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Industries:
Other setting(s):
1993-1995
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Abstract
The case describes the development process used by Team New Zealand to design their two yachts for the 1995 America's Cup. During development, the team makes extensive use of simulation and physical prototyping to improve the initial design concept. As they approach construction, they must decide whether to build both boats at the same time and, if so, whether to vary their designs. The decision hinges on evaluating the benefits of different experimentation strategies.
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Locations:
Industries:
Other setting(s):
1993-1995