New standard published in the BS-7000 series

Obsolescence affects all equipment, software, tools, processes, support products and specifications. This British Standard gives guidance for establishing a framework for obsolescence management and for planning a cost-effective obsolescence management process that is applicable through all phases of the product life cycle. It thus aids in minimizing both costs and any detrimental impact on consumers and manufacturers. BS 7000-5 is applicable to all products that include electronic, electrical and electro – mechanical components, although its use can be extended to include other products and processes.

The BS 7000 Design Management Systems Series currently comprises the following parts:

– Part 1: Guide to managing innovation;– Part 2: Guide to managing the design of manufactured products;– Part 3: Guide to managing service design;– Part 4: Guide to managing design in construction;– Part 5: Guide to managing obsolescence (this part;– Part 10: Glossary of terms used in design management

BS 7000-5 costs £50 (£25 to members) and is available from: BSI Customer Services, 389 Chiswick High Road, London W4 4AL, England Phone:-+44(0)20 8996 9001, fax: + 44 (0)20 8996 7001,