4.4.1. Cost-Effective

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is BIST?

   Hint

   Think about how it helps systems check themselves.

2. 2.

   Name one advantage of using BIST.

   Hint

   How might this save money?

3. 3.

   What does BIST stand for?

   • Built-In Self-Test
   • Batteries In Self-Test
   • Built-In System Testing

   Hint

   What phrase matches the acronym?

4. 4.

   BIST is primarily used for which type of applications?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about where reliability is critical.

5. 5.

   Analyze the impact of BIST on a startup electronics company versus a large manufacturing firm.

   Hint

   Consider resource availability and operational scale.

6. 6.

   Propose a way to quantify the savings generated by implementing BIST in a new product line versus using traditional testing strategies.

   Hint

   Think about the cost structure of testing.