1. Risikomanagement: Wir identifizieren frühzeitig Engpässe und entwickeln alternative Szenarien für kritische Bauteile. 2. Lieferantenkommunikation: Durch enge Zusammenarbeit mit Lieferanten reagieren wir schnell auf Änderungen. 3. Rapid Prototyping: Digitale Simulationen und 3D-Druck ermöglichen Tests auch ohne vollständige Teileverfügbarkeit. 4. Agiles Projektmanagement: Flexible Anpassungen im Entwicklungsprozess sichern kontinuierliche Tests und Fortschritte

It’s very typical during the start of the project. 1.) Short to Mid term: Finding an alternative/surrogate parts can help move the development but will limit the scope of prototype testing. 2.) Adjust the timeline and lay the expectations. Communication is the key 3.) Deploy/Develop Simulation/Emulation tools which are agnostic to part/HW.

Why prototype testing? Go virtual! Use simulation tools in early phases and final validation with parts out of production tool.

One way would be to ask the parts supplier to send part which maybe still not fully developed, but is good enough for prototype testing of the entire product. And by limiting the prototype test procedure to account for under-developed part.

To mitigate parts delays and ensure successful prototype testing, I would first identify critical path components and explore alternative suppliers or substitute parts that meet specifications. Simultaneously, I’d adjust the project timeline, prioritizing tasks that don’t rely on delayed parts. Close communication with suppliers is essential, expediting shipping where possible. If delays persist, I’d conduct initial tests using partial prototypes to refine processes and ensure no time is wasted. Regular updates to stakeholders and a flexible, problem-solving approach would keep the project on track.