Data-creating systems
- CAD-System,
Source system for product structures and 3-D models of individual product elements; target system for the fitting of a virtual configured product
- Calculation programs
Enable the layout calculation for individual components during the configuration process
- MS Office applications
Enable the preparation of quotations for configurated products
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Data-Gathering systems
- PDM system
Source system for technical product information, product structures, 3-D product models etc. A PDM system can also be used for the saving and managing of configured products and their administration within the configuration management.
- ERP system
Source system for product-relevant and commercial information, such as prices, delivery dates, stock, etc.
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Independent product data
For the exchange of data between various systems, XML-based script files are used which are automatically created by HELiCON at the end of a configuration. This independent, neutral file format can be used in an extremely flexible manner and enables a trouble-free communication (even offline) between all expert systems involved in the engineering process, such as CAD, PPS/ERP, CAE etc.
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