Course : Lead a product eco-design project and implement a measurable action planStructuring, Prioritizing, and Integrating Eco-Design into Product Development
Practical course - 2d
- 14h00 - Ref. EON
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 | Analyze the environmental impacts throughout a product's life cycle |
| Set eco-design goals aligned with the corporate strategy |
| Structuring an Eco-Design Project and Engaging Stakeholders |
| Identify and prioritize avenues for environmental improvement |
| Incorporating Environmental Criteria into a Statement of Work |
| Measure progress using relevant metrics |
| Developing Product Communications That Are Accurate and Not Misleading |
Intended audience
Project managers, designers, product engineers, and innovation, procurement, or production managers involved in product development or improvement
Prerequisites
None
Practical details
Individual and group projects based on a real-world product or overarching theme. Production of operational deliverables: life cycle mapping, SMART objectives, prioritization matrix, sector-specific checklist template, enhanced specifications, action plan/roadmap
Teaching methods
A mix of methodological input, sector-specific case studies, and collaborative workshops. An approach focused on solving real-world problems and immediate application in professional settings.
Course schedule
1 Analyze the challenges and framework of eco-design
- Define the scope and key principles
- Distinguishing Between Eco-Design, Eco-Innovation, and the Circular Economy
- Identify French and European regulatory requirements
- Identify legal and reputational risks
Case study
Analysis of products from various sectors to identify regulatory issues and associated risks
2 Mapping the Life Cycle and Identifying Impacts
- Break Down the Stages of a Product's Life Cycle
- Identify the areas with the greatest impact based on product type
- Analyze the interactions between materials, energy, logistics, and end-of-life
- Prioritize key areas for action
Hands-on work
Develop a product life cycle map
3 Defining the Objectives of an Eco-Design Project
- Translating a CSR ambition into operational goals
- Formulate SMART goals tailored to the product
- Balancing environmental performance, cost, and time
- Ensure strategic alignment and address market constraints
Hands-on work
Develop measurable eco-design objectives and justify their strategic alignment
4 Structuring and Managing an Eco-Design Project
- Outline the key phases of a typical project
- Clarify the roles and responsibilities of the departments involved (design, procurement, marketing, production, etc.)
- Identify risks, organizational barriers, and drivers of adoption
- Plan Milestones and Monitoring Indicators
Hands-on work
Developing a Project Roadmap
5 Identify and prioritize areas for improvement
- Reducing material quantities and optimizing processes
- Choose appropriate materials (recycled, bio-based, recyclable)
- Incorporating sustainability, repairability, and modularity
- Optimizing Logistics and Packaging
- Planning for the End of a Product's Life and Its Recyclability
Hands-on work
Apply a prioritization matrix to a product case and justify the trade-offs. Develop a dedicated PBS (Product Breakdown Structure). Use tools to assist with material selection
6 Integrating eco-design tools into internal processes
- Adapt the product specifications
- Incorporating Environmental Criteria into Purchasing and Sourcing
- Structuring project reviews that include environmental indicators
- Measuring Gains Using Relevant KPIs
Hands-on work
Rewrite an excerpt from the specifications to include environmental criteria and indicators
7 Evaluate and Communicate Responsibly
- Assessing Environmental Benefits and Their Limitations
- Identify relevant labels, standards, and guidelines
- Preventing the Risks of Greenwashing
- Building an argument based on verifiable data
Hands-on work
Develop a well-reasoned product communication that complies with regulatory requirements
8 Product Eco-Design Mini-Project Workshop
- Conduct a summary analysis of a product
- Select coherent and realistic levers
- Estimate potential gains and organizational impacts
- Develop a prioritized action plan
PARTICIPANTS
Project managers, designers, product engineers, and innovation, procurement, or production managers involved in product development or improvement
PREREQUISITES
None
TRAINER QUALIFICATIONS
The experts leading the training are specialists in the covered subjects. They have been approved by our instructional teams for both their professional knowledge and their teaching ability, for each course they teach. They have at least five to ten years of experience in their field and hold (or have held) decision-making positions in companies.
ASSESSMENT TERMS
The trainer evaluates each participant’s academic progress throughout the training using multiple choice, scenarios, hands-on work and more.
Participants also complete a placement test before and after the course to measure the skills they’ve developed.
TERMS AND DEADLINES
Registration must be completed 24 hours before the start of the training.
ACCESSIBILITY FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
Do you need special accessibility accommodations? Contact Mrs. Fosse, Disability Manager, at psh-accueil@orsys.fr to review your request and its feasibility.
Project managers, designers, product engineers, and innovation, procurement, or production managers involved in product development or improvement
PREREQUISITES
None
TRAINER QUALIFICATIONS
The experts leading the training are specialists in the covered subjects. They have been approved by our instructional teams for both their professional knowledge and their teaching ability, for each course they teach. They have at least five to ten years of experience in their field and hold (or have held) decision-making positions in companies.
ASSESSMENT TERMS
The trainer evaluates each participant’s academic progress throughout the training using multiple choice, scenarios, hands-on work and more.
Participants also complete a placement test before and after the course to measure the skills they’ve developed.
TEACHING AIDS AND TECHNICAL RESOURCES
• The main teaching aids and instructional methods used in the training are audiovisual aids, documentation and course material, hands-on application exercises and corrected exercises for practical training courses, case studies and coverage of real cases for training seminars.
• At the end of each course or seminar, ORSYS provides participants with a course evaluation questionnaire that is analysed by our instructional teams.
• A check-in sheet for each half-day of attendance is provided at the end of the training, along with a course completion certificate if the trainee attended the entire session.
• The main teaching aids and instructional methods used in the training are audiovisual aids, documentation and course material, hands-on application exercises and corrected exercises for practical training courses, case studies and coverage of real cases for training seminars.
• At the end of each course or seminar, ORSYS provides participants with a course evaluation questionnaire that is analysed by our instructional teams.
• A check-in sheet for each half-day of attendance is provided at the end of the training, along with a course completion certificate if the trainee attended the entire session.
TERMS AND DEADLINES
Registration must be completed 24 hours before the start of the training.
ACCESSIBILITY FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
Do you need special accessibility accommodations? Contact Mrs. Fosse, Disability Manager, at psh-accueil@orsys.fr to review your request and its feasibility.
This programme is an original creation, developed by the teaching teams at ORSYS Formation. Any reproduction, representation, adaptation or use, in whole or in part, without the prior written authorisation of ORSYS, is strictly prohibited. ORSYS reserves the right to take any action necessary to protect its intellectual property rights.
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This programme is an original creation, developed by the teaching teams at ORSYS Formation. Any reproduction, representation, adaptation or use, in whole or in part, without the prior written authorisation of ORSYS, is strictly prohibited. ORSYS reserves the right to take any action necessary to protect its intellectual property rights.