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Great answers ... I may add "to benchmark" with similar success stories/components and try to find added value when possible.. That's a shortcut , isn't it?
Following a documented procedure for design is also pertinent. Many a times it is required to document the roadmap of the design procedurefor transparency within the organisation. Also a standard operating procedure (SOP) ensure that the output of the process is within the realms of calculated risks. procedure like DFMEA, DFMA, SIX Sigma, PPAP are some procedures, that can be adopted to reduce the component design failures.
Employ competent people.
Use latest and relevent technology.
Evaluate existing processes / procedures periodically.
Provide trainings to employes so that they shall learn to think out of box.
use rathre design process or re design parts