Running operations: Master Product Data.

BoM support is at the core of QR_ services. We are the global experts in rapid and accurate validation exercises. We offer BoM authoring and maintenance services and are capable of redesigning BoM management processes to increase the accuracy and speed of release and order.

Progressive maturity of part attributes and requirements (e.g. from estimates to confirmed values) and the progression from virtual through prototype to production builds. Validation of a part state, driving appropriate actions and decisions to ensure data correctness. Application and execute of validation processes for the whole bill of material.

The network of inconsistently linked data sources present in most OEMs necessitates finding ways to align and report data side by side. We often provide lightweight toolsets to quickly enable reporting which is accurate, timely and validated.

Implementing Engineering Timing Release Schedules (ETRS) is crucial for comprehensive planning. Recognising the broader impact, there's a shift towards Business Timing Release Schedules (BTRS). Every part planning (PFEP) involves monitoring every step from conception to delivery, encompassing digital and physical processes.

We prioritise upfront alignment of cost and weight to avoid post-engineering adjustments. We provide real-time insights into data value and maturity, facilitating timely intervention at any program stage, with early detection being optimal.

In Automotive, Engineering Change Management (ECM) encompasses the process from identifying a need to evaluating changes in vehicle design, including feasibility assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. It covers aspects like design complexity, timing, cost, and weight, starting with issue identification and concluding with change implementation and assessment.

In a typical programme, the breadth and volume of captured issues greatly impact outcomes. Over 15 years, we've refined an approach for swift issue resolution and knowledge transfer to future programmes, recognising their significant influence on success.

Software release entails distributing new or finalised software, categorised into Major (significant upgrades), Minor (regular updates), and Emergency (urgent fixes) by release management. Software's importance in product development is rising, notably in complex sectors such as automotive, aerospace, defence, and medical devices.

The setup of an Engineering Bill of Material (eBoM) dictates a company's approach to managing engineering efforts and BoM configuration. Creating a BoM for each buildable variation demands substantial engineering input but minimal configuration management. Conversely, a Super BoM covering all variations minimises engineering effort but necessitates extensive configuration management.

Product Definition, the authoritative document, governs content and changes for vehicle / component programs, communicating to downstream areas. It defines the final product and all configurations. Programme Direction Letters (PDLs) or similar documents form the basis of PLM and material supply systems in assembly plants.

Finished product and part complexity continually rises. QR_ excels in translating product definitions into efficient data models and managing configuration from showroom sales to production line, ensuring seamless engineering design processes.

The Master Parts List (MPL) service is crucial for BoM and Part Management, with significant downstream impacts if absent. We define MPL creation requirements and identify missing information, which could hinder part ordering, building, receiving, and releasing processes.

The QR_ CMF service is used to support CMF teams struggling to manage their data. We apply our expertise in data management to ensure data quality, streamline your approval processes and interface with stakeholders to ensure CMF data integrates with your bill of materials.