At the IpX ConX19 conference, Martin Haket and a co-author raised concerns about the need for cross-domain standards to enhance impact analysis, particularly between PLM and ERP systems. They argue that existing standards fail to address collaborative needs and advocate for a unified impact matrix to facilitate better decision-making in businesses across the supply chain.
The CM Game has been launched to enhance understanding of configuration management and develop related skills. This engaging and educational game is suitable for corporate training or academic courses and is freely available under the Open Source CC BY-SA 4.0 license, thanks to contributions from ASML and others.
To achieve lean and agile operations, businesses need clear, quality processes that enhance documentation and minimize waste. Configuration management (CM) plays a vital role by organizing knowledge artifacts, ensuring their traceability and consistency. Implementing a robust Enterprise Knowledge Base enables effective change management and supports continuous value creation across enterprises.
The article discusses the need for structured models and datasets in managing product complexity within engineering and manufacturing. It emphasizes the significance of a Core Platform Network that captures various requirements and dependencies, facilitating effective configuration management. Different views, including engineering and manufacturing, are essential for impact analysis and maintaining alignment between product breakdowns.
Technology advancements, particularly in Industry 4.0 and the Internet of Things, are significantly transforming Configuration Management (CM). Moving from document-based to model-based approaches presents challenges in knowledge artifact identification and change management. The Industry 4.0 committee emphasizes the need to rethink CM methodologies to adapt and efficiently manage these evolving dynamics.