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Defining the product structure is a key part of product management and design for both configurable and modular products, especially in Make-to-Order (MTO) or Assemble-to-Order (ATO) environments.
Designing the product structure requires careful planning and understanding of the product’s functionality, user needs, and manufacturing and maintenance methods.
What does defining the product structure includes?
Defining the product:
Start by defining the basic functions and features of the product. Investigate which parts or functions can be logically and functionally grouped together.
Identifying modules:
Break down the product into parts that can be used as independent units. These parts form the product’s modules. Each module should be designed to perform one or more functions.
Standardization and compatibility:
Design the modules so that they are compatible with each other. This means using standardized connections. Standardize the dimensions, connectors, and other compatibility-related factors of the modules.
Considering flexibility and expandability:
Ensure that the modules can be combined in different ways, allowing for easy customization and upgrading of the product. Design the modules so that they can be updated or replaced without having to renew the entire product.
Product assembly:
Assemble the modules into a single unit and ensure that the end result meets all the functional requirements.
Focus on user experience:
Consider how the user perceives the modularity of the product. For example, easy upgradability, adaptability and maintainability are important factors
Considering flexibility and Expandability:
Ensure that the modules can be combined in different ways, allowing for easy customization and upgrading of the product. Design the modules so that they can be updated or replaced without having to renew the entire product.
Who is the service suitable for?
A modular product structure is especially important for companies that need flexibility in production, aim to meet individual customer needs, seek cost-effectiveness and sustainable development, and operate in rapidly changing markets.
- For construction and industrial companies that want to optimize resources.
- Significant savings, for example by reducing material waste.
- i3D technology is customizable and scalable.
- With i3D, you can monitor and manage the entire company’s operations.