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Bill Of Materials

The data model encompasses views detailing the components, costs, lead times, and suppliers associated with product assemblies. Key measures include Total Cost, Component Count, Lead Time, Overhead Cost, and Unit Cost derived from the Bill of Materials. Additionally, insights on usage variance and scarcity analysis are provided to optimize production planning and mitigate supply chain risks.

Benefits of This Data Model

  • Enhanced cost analysis: The data model provides detailed insights into total costs, overhead costs, and unit costs associated with product assemblies, enabling accurate cost analysis and optimization strategies.
  • Improved production planning: By offering variance analysis and scarcity insights, the data model supports efficient production planning by identifying usage variations and potential shortages in components required for production.
  • Streamlined supplier management: The model includes a Suppliers view listing vendors providing components, facilitating better supplier management and decision-making.
  • Optimized lead time management: With lead time duration estimates available in the model, businesses can optimize lead time management and improve overall supply chain efficiency.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Total Cost: The aggregate cost of all components required to produce a final product as per the Bill of Materials.
  • Component Count: The total number of unique components listed in the Bill of Materials.
  • Lead Time: The total time required to procure and assemble all components in the Bill of Materials.
  • Overhead Cost: The additional cost associated with production activities beyond the direct cost of components listed in the Bill of Materials.
  • Unit Cost: The cost per unit of the final product based on the components and quantities listed in the Bill of Materials.

Available Visualizations

View NameDescription
Bill Of MaterialOverview of components and quantities required for a product assembly.
BOM ComponentsBreakdown of individual parts and materials needed for specific product assemblies.
BOM CostsAnalysis of total costs associated with each bill of materials.
SuppliersList of vendors providing components for the bill of materials.
Lead TimesDuration estimates for receiving components from suppliers.
Usage VarianceComparison of actual component usage versus expected quantities in the bill of materials.
Scarcity AnalysisIdentification of potential shortages in components required for production.