Design Freeze

Why it matters

Design freeze is critical for program cost control. Every design change after freeze requires rework in manufacturing planning, tooling, and procurement. PLM systems manage design freeze through lifecycle state transitions that restrict modification rights.

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Cite this definition

Finocchiaro, Michael. “Design Freeze.” DemystifyingPLM PLM Glossary, 2026, https://www.demystifyingplm.com/glossary/design-freeze