CSF1: Convince both politicians and industry leaders about the crucial role design has to play in revitalising industry.

Strategies: 

• Provide for industry representation on the NCED
• Work through the Institution of Engineers
• Conference presentations and participation
• Arrange for publicity (eg. Engineers Australia)
• Lobby politicians

CSF2: Create a pool of good experienced local designers

Strategies:

• Sponsor competitions (eg. Warman Competition)
• Sponsor excellence awards
• Develop clear and rewarding career paths
• Influence young people in schools
• Involve more women

CSF3: Improve the quality of education in engineering design

Strategies:

• Influence the way Universities select staff
• Educate present teaching staff
• Arrange for design lectures to be given 
• Develop teacher resource kits
• Engage eminent speakers
• Develop WEB page 
• Influence engineering course carricula
• Develop compentency standards

CSF4: Develop and document best practice

Strategies:

• Issue project / product design checklist
• Develop engineering data base 
• Prepare appropriate guidelines